THE #DLG+2 DISPATCH (GLOBAL EDITION)
as on 8th DECEMBER,2025,MONDAY
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A Big Hello and A Very Good Moring to Readers and Viewers,
Today is MONDAY, 8th DECEMBER 2025, and here we go with our THE #DLG+2 DISPATCH / THE DATELINE GUJARAT DISPATCH, - THE BUSINESS BUZZ ... As dawn breaks over Rajkot with its familiar mild chill, the world spins into sharper conflicts and quieter reckonings. From exploding border tensions in Southeast Asia to a White House press secretary's tangled family immigration saga, today's headlines pulse with irony, innovation, and the unyielding grind of global power plays. We'll trace the day's arc backward—from the freshest flashpoints to lingering echoes—wrapping in the voices that shape our shared chaos. Buckle up; this briefing cuts through the noise.
As dawn breaks over Rajkot with its familiar mild chill, the world spins into sharper conflicts and quieter reckonings. From exploding border tensions in Southeast Asia to a White House press secretary's tangled family immigration saga, today's headlines pulse with irony, innovation, and the unyielding grind of global power plays. We'll trace the day's arc backward—from the freshest flashpoints to lingering echoes—wrapping in the voices that shape our shared chaos. Buckle up; this briefing cuts through the noise.Morning Mayhem: Thailand's Airstrikes Shatter Trump's Fragile Peace PactJust two hours ago, sirens wailed across the Thai-Cambodian frontier as Thailand launched airstrikes on Cambodia after soldier killed, igniting fears that President Trump's much-touted ceasefire—brokered barely two months back—is unraveling faster than a monsoon-soaked scroll. Thai F-16s targeted Cambodian outposts near Preah Vihear Province, retaliating for a dawn raid that felled one soldier and wounded eight more. Phnom Penh decries it as unprovoked aggression, while Bangkok insists Cambodia's artillery fire broke the truce first. Three hours prior, the BBC reported Thailand's initial strikes against Cambodia as deadly border clashes escalate, with evacuations underway and civilian casualties mounting—four confirmed dead in crossfire. By midday, CNN framed it as Thailand's airstrikes hanging Trump's peace agreement in balance, noting how the U.S.-mediated deal, once hailed as a diplomatic coup, now teeters amid accusations of heavy weaponry mobilization. Five hours on, The Guardian detailed the disputed border flares, with residents fleeing motorbikes laden with belongings as ancient temple spats reignite. Four hours earlier, Reuters dissected the militaries' mismatch, revealing Thailand's edge in airpower but Cambodia's guerrilla grit— a powder keg where history's ghosts meet modern jets. As shells echo, one wonders: Is this the Trump legacy's first crack, or just another border brawl in a world allergic to armistices? The death toll climbs, and diplomats scramble—stay tuned, as this could cascade into ASEAN's worst crisis since '11.Midday Misfires: Greene's Defiance Echoes in GOP HallsShifting to Washington, where yesterday's fireworks still smolder: At 11 hours ago, The Guardian caught Republicans in Congress mocking Trump privately, per Marjorie Taylor Greene, the ex-MAGA firebrand spilling tea on a party rife with backroom barbs. Greene, defiant post-resignation, told thehill.com's 5 takeaways from her ’60 Minutes’ interview six hours back that colleagues "kissed his a**" only after his '24 primary win—now they're snickering at his lisp behind closed doors. Seven hours prior, CNN spotlighted Greene's unbowed stance since her Trump fallout resignation, where she branded his Epstein file pushback a betrayal of "America First." Eight hours earlier, CBS News quoted the former loyalist slamming Trump's policies as not truly America First. It's a delicious schism: The woman once branded a "traitor" by her idol now exposes the GOP's emperor-has-no-clothes vibe. As midterms loom, Greene's exit—effective Jan. 5—tightens Speaker Johnson's razor-thin majority, hinting at fractures that could doom the House to chaos. Trump calls it "great news," but whispers say it's the MAGA mutiny we've all been waiting for.Afternoon Alerts: U.S. Deportations and Caribbean ControversiesFour hours ago, The New York Times reported U.S. deports second planeload of Iranians, with 50 souls—many asylum seekers—chartered back to Tehran amid Trump's mass exodus push, despite no formal ties since '79. Critics howl it's a betrayal of dissident havens; Tehran sneers at the "anti-migrant farce." Twelve hours back, another NYT piece urged Democrats to release video of deadly boat strike in the Caribbean, where a follow-up drone hit killed two survivors clinging to wreckage—lawmakers like Adam Schiff demand transparency on this "troubling" double-tap, as footage shows unarmed men in distress. It's a stark tableau: Trump's deportation machine hums while his drone doctrine draws war-crimes murmurs. In Rajkot's shadow, these tales remind us borders are bloodlines—fluid, fierce, and forever fraught.Evening Echoes: Local Losses and Global GlimpsesCloser to home, 14 hours ago, The Times of India mourned a 65-year-old man succumbing days after a city bus hit in Rajkot, a grim tally in our traffic-torn streets—another plea for safer roads amid festive haste. Five days prior, The Indian Express booked a mall manager for an unauthorized actor event that drew jostling crowds sans police nod, underscoring the chaos of fame-chasing in our bustling bazaars. Yet two days back, The Times of India lit up Atal Sarovar with IAF's stunning Surya Kiran rehearsal—jets streaking triumph over our skies, a patriotic flourish amid the mundane.Nightcap Nuggets: Science Shifts, Celeb Sparks, and Corporate ClashesAs shadows lengthen, 21 hours ago, ScienceAlert upended optics with a 180-year light assumption proven wrong—turns out, light's magnetic whisper rivals its electric roar in Faraday effects, promising photonics revolutions. Same timestamp, Indian Defence Review exposed Zuckerberg admitting his $70B metaverse blunder, pivoting Meta to AI specs as VR dreams deflate—hubris's hefty bill. Eleven hours back, People.com's Kate Winslet decried weight-loss drugs as 'terrifying', questioning if stars grasp the vials' venom in Hollywood's perfection plague. Two days prior, NBC News humanized small biz layoffs amid soaring costs—painful pink slips in America's engine room. And 2 days ago, Fox Business scorched the EU over X's $140M fine, with Musk and Trump allies branding it censorship's cash grab—MAGA's transatlantic tantrum escalates.
Venturing further: Eleven hours back, The Times of India erupted over JD Vance's mass migration as 'theft of the American Dream', netizens jeering "send Usha back to India"—hypocrisy's hot potato singes the VP's sari-tied spouse. Thirteen hours ago, The Washington Post's mom of Karoline Leavitt’s nephew rejected White House ICE arrest narrative, blasting the "absentee mom" spin from a Louisiana cell—Trump's kin in the crackdown's crosshairs. Four hours prior, The Washington Post column drew a line in the sand for Europe and U.S., as Trump's tariffs loom over NATO's fraying threads. Five hours back, CNBC tallied China's U.S. exports plunging 29% in November despite truce—Beijing's surplus swells, but America's wallet slims in trade's endless tango. Ten hours ago, BBC condemned Venezuela's opposition death in custody as 'vile', U.S. echoing the outrage amid Maduro's grip tightening like a noose.
World whispers: Twenty-one hours prior, Vatican News' Pope Leo XIV prayed for Southeast Asia flood victims, over 1,500 souls lost to deluges—faith's balm for nature's fury. Five hours back, BBC noted Louvre's water leak damaging hundreds of books—Paris's jewel weeps over soggy scrolls, infrastructure's quiet sabotage. Four hours ago, BBC's Trump flagged $72bn Netflix-Warner Bros deal as 'could be a problem'—antitrust alarms ring as streamers swallow studios whole. Fourteen hours prior, 'Five Nights At Freddy’s 2’ grossed $63 million—but short of the first's debut, Gen Z's animatronic chills cash in, yet sequel slump signals franchise fatigue. Three hours back, NPR's tributes—not politics—stole the show as Trump hosted Kennedy Center Honors—Stallone, Gaynor, and KISS bask in bipartisan glow, Trump's emcee turn a rare cultural truce.
Celeb static: Eleven hours ago, Lambgoat's Converge drummer Ben Koller t-boned in hit-and-run—driver fled, plate dropped, metal's heartbeat hangs by a thread. Eighteen hours back, Consequence of Sound's Gene Simmons blamed Ace Frehley's death on 'bad decisions'—Kiss's kiss-off laced with regret. Fourteen hours prior, SheKnows' Minnie Driver spilled on spotting ex Matt Damon and wife—awkward ex-files in Tinseltown's endless reunion reel.
Food fights: One hour ago, Reuters' Ben & Jerry's board chair dug in against Unilever pressure—social mission vs. corporate cull, ice cream's ideological churn. Six hours back, Malay Mail's batch-cooked meals sparked Chinese diner backlash—transparency's tangy twist in woks worldwide. Thirty-three minutes ago, CNBC's Unilever spinoff Magnum debuted on Amsterdam exchange—€15B chill pill for investors, as Ben & Jerry's heats up the boardroom.
Gaming glow: Seven hours ago, Massively Overpowered's MMO week hailed Guild Wars and WoW's '05 revival—nostalgia's pixelated portal. Fourteen hours back, The Washington Post reviewed 2025's top 10 games—from eldritch horrors to heartfelt hijinks. Two days prior, BBC's 11-year-old shattered video game dev record—Penarth prodigy Max crafts five-level epic in four hours, youth's joystick to legend.
In Rajkot's rearview, as IAF jets trail fire over Sarovar and buses claim lives unchecked, these global gusts remind us: We're threads in a vast, volatile weave. Tomorrow? More strikes, more spills, more surprises. Until then, stay sharp—truth's our best defense.___________________
And the rest you can’t unsee:
- Netflix just paid a $5.8B breakup fee to Warner and everyone’s pretending that’s normal
- An AI actress named Tilly Norwood is taking roles and freaking Hollywood out
- Power banks sold on Amazon literally catching fire → 200K unit recall
- SEC Chair now openly predicting full Wall Street migration to blockchain by 2027
- Dollar stores systematically overcharging the poorest customers (shocker)
- Coffee (3-5 cups) might actually slow aging – science finally justifying our addiction
Stay angry, stay awake.
Meanwhile, lets take a look at what is buzzing across the World, Nation and State.
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INDIA MARKET REVIEW & OUTLOOK
This wasn't just a blip; it's a stark reminder that in 2025's hyper-connected world, Dalal Street dances to Washington's tune. FIIs dumped ₹1,171 crore on Monday alone, extending a brutal outflow streak, while DIIs played hero with ₹2,559 crore buys. Broader markets fared worse—midcaps shed 0.2%, smallcaps cratered 0.5%—as realty plunged 3.5% and media/telecom lagged over 2.5%. Yet, amid the rubble, IT stocks like Tech Mahindra (+1.34%) and HCL Tech (+0.33%) shone as beacons of resilience, buoyed by Fed rate-cut bets. Opinion? This week's volatility screams "buy the dip" for long-term bulls, but short-term traders, beware—the VIX spiked 8%, hinting at more fireworks.The Usual Suspects: Gainers, Losers, and the Numbers GameMonday's bloodbath was brutal: NSE saw a lopsided 580 advances against 2,580 declines (87 unchanged), while BSE mirrored the misery with broader red ink. Turnover? NSE clocked ₹1.12 lakh crore in cash, BSE ₹0.45 lakh crore—decent volume, but nothing to write home about amid the fear.
Top Gainers (Nifty 50, Dec 8 Close) | % Change | Close (₹) |
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Tech Mahindra | +1.34% | 1,591.80 |
Wipro | +0.57% | 261.38 |
HCL Technologies | +0.33% | 1,688.60 |
Reliance Industries | +0.16% | 1,543.00 |
HDFC Bank | +0.10% | 1,712.50 |
Top Losers (Nifty 50, Dec 8 Close) | % Change | Close (₹) |
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Bharat Electronics | -4.92% | 2,850.00 |
JSW Steel | -3.71% | 890.50 |
Nestle India | -2.56% | 2,450.00 |
Shriram Finance | -2.52% | 2,800.00 |
Eternal (Zomato) | -2.00% | 295.00 |
Bharat Electronics' plunge? A head-scratcher—defence darling turned punching bag on profit-taking post-RBI highs. Eternal's woes? Blame that rumored ₹1,500 crore block deal shadow. My take: IT's the only sector not nursing a hangover; load up if you're betting on a Fed dovish pivot.Block, Bulk, and Short-Sell Shenanigans: The Big-Money MovesMonday's deals were a mixed bag—71 bulk deals and 14 blocks on NSE, with BSE adding spice via short-selling fireworks. Total block/bulk turnover? A hefty ₹2,500 crore across segments (NSE Cash/F&O: ₹1,800 crore; BSE Cash: ₹700 crore). Short-selling? 82 scrips hit, led by Adani Energy (480 shares shorted) and Adani Green (347), signaling bearish bets on infra amid rupee routs.
Key highlights (all segments, Dec 8):
- Block Deals (NSE): Eternal led with 5.2 million shares at ₹289.50 avg (₹1,500 crore)—institutional fire sale? Dredging Corp followed: 250,694 shares at ₹942.83 (₹236 crore, NSE F&O).
- Bulk Deals (BSE Cash): ABC India (57,892 shares sold at ₹73.72 by Assambengal Carriers); Amit International (406,512 shorted at ₹3.81).
- Short Sells (NSE): Adani Ports (10 shares); Kotak Alpha (662)—micro volumes, but watch for Adani cascade.
- Commodities: A tepid week—agri (soybean +1.2%) eked gains on RBI liquidity, but precious metals tanked (gold -0.04% to ₹1,30,415; silver -0.28% to ₹1,82,895). Base metals? Copper hit MCX record ₹1,073/kg mid-week (+2%), but energy (crude -0.93% to ₹5,377) wilted on Venezuela truce hopes. Weekly: Flat, with MCX turnover ₹45,000 crore. Outlook? Fed cuts could spark a metals rally—I'm bullish on copper as infra bets resurface.
- Currency: Rupee's nightmare—USD/INR breached 90 (closed 90.28, +0.37%), weekly +0.6% depreciation amid FII exits. Forex turnover? ₹12 lakh crore. Harsh truth: Without a trade deal miracle, 91/USD looms—exporters cheer, importers weep.
- Crypto: BTC clawed +6.84% weekly to ₹81.34 lakh (down 1.26% daily), ETH +4.03% to ₹2.80 lakh. Market cap? $3.13 trillion, up 2.2% amid ETF inflows ($55M BTC, -$75M ETH). Volatile as ever—Fed hype fueled the rebound, but $84K support holds... for now. Crypto's the wild card: If BTC cracks $92K tomorrow, alts explode.
- Bonds/Money/Funds: RBI's cut slashed repo to 5.25%, gilt yields dipped (10Y at 6.52-6.55%). Money market rates rangebound (overnight ~5%), funds saw ₹2,500 crore inflows. Weekly: +0.5% returns for debt MFs. Bonds? Underrated gem—OMOs (₹1 lakh crore) signal easing; barbell strategies for the win.
In this market of moods, remember: Volatility's the tax on admission. Play smart, stay diversified—Dalal Street rewards the patient. What's your bet for tomorrow?
WORLD MARKET REVIEW & OUTLOOK
Dawn of the Fed Reckoning: Global Markets Dance on the Edge of Yesterday's Knife-Edge TradingAh, Monday, December 8, 2025—a day when the world's bourses collectively held their breath, exhaling in fits and starts as the shadow of Wednesday's Federal Reserve powwow loomed like a storm cloud over a beach barbecue. From the sleepy shores of Sydney to the neon frenzy of Wall Street, investors weren't celebrating; they were hedging bets in a market that's equal parts resilient bull and jittery colt. The vibe? Cautious optimism laced with tariff tremors and yen quakes, as Japan's 7.6-magnitude rattle sent ripples through Asia's yen carry trades. Yet, amid the wobbles, equities clung to gains in spots, commodities nursed bruises from energy's slump, and cryptos played yo-yo with $90K Bitcoin dreams. Bonds? Yields spiked like a caffeine-fueled trader, signaling no one's buying the "soft landing" fairy tale just yet. Let's globe-trot through the carnage and the comebacks, region by region, because in this interconnected casino, one's tremor is everyone's aftershock.South Pacific (Australia-New Zealand): A Somber Sunrise, But No Full MeltdownKicking off the trading tango in the land of kangaroos and kiwis, the ASX 200 eked out a flat-to-mild dip of 0.2%, while NZX 50 mirrored the malaise with a 0.1% slide. Turnover? A yawn-inducing AUD 4.2 billion on the ASX, down 5% from last week—traders too busy eyeing RBA's hold tomorrow to chase fireworks. Commodities here shone dimly: Iron ore futures dipped 1.1% on China slowdown fears, but gold held firm at AUD 4,187/oz amid safe-haven whispers.
Key Reasons: Aussie markets shrugged off a softer global mood but couldn't ignore the yen's post-quake surge (USD/JPY -0.4%), unwinding carry trades that once juiced resource plays. Opinion? It's the calm before the RBA storm—expect volatility if they hint at hikes.
Top Gainers/Losers & Stats: Gainers led by miners like BHP (+1.2% on copper hopes); losers in tech, with WiseTech (-2.1%). Advances: 120 vs. declines: 110 on ASX; turnover skewed to resources (45%).
Deals Spotlight: Slim pickings—no major block deals, but a bulk sell in Rio Tinto (500K shares at AUD 120) hinted at profit-taking. Short sells? Up 3% in energy, betting on OPEC+ drama.Asia: Patchwork Rally, Hang Seng's Hangover Hits HardAs the sun climbed, Asia served up a mixed bag: Nikkei 225 +0.18% (closing 50,582), buoyed by exporter relief post-yen quake; Kospi leaped 1.3% on Samsung's glow; but Hang Seng cratered 1.2% to 25,180, dragged by property woes (Vanke's bond woes didn't help). BSE Sensex tanked 0.71% to 85,103, Nifty -0.86% to 25,961—realty cracked 3% on rate jitters. Turnover: INR 12.5 lakh crore in India (up 2%, FII selling notwithstanding); HKEX HKD 187B (down 27% MoM, profit-taking after 30% YTD surge).
Key Reasons: Geopolitical jitters from Japan's quake spiked JGB yields to 1.93% (highest since '07), pressuring yen at 154/USD and fueling BOJ hike bets. China's deflation data (CPI flat) soured sentiment, but tech optimism (AI trades) propped Seoul.
Top Gainers/Losers & Stats: Stars: Tech Mahindra (+2.5%), HCL Tech (+2.1%) in India; Samsung (+3%) in Korea. Flops: BEL (-5%), Eternal (-2%) in Mumbai; Pop Mart (-6%) in HK. India: Advances 1,200 vs. declines 2,100; BSE turnover led by Reliance (INR 1.2L Cr).
Deals Spotlight: India dominated—bulk buy in Dredging Corp (250K shares at INR 943 by 3 Sigma Fund); block sell in SPML Infra (246K at INR 150). Shorts: Up 15% in Indian PSUs, FIIs dumping amid rupee woes (83.45/USD).Eurasia & Middle East: Steady Eddies Amid Yield SpikesEurasia's patchwork (Russia's MOEX -0.5% on oil, Turkey's BIST +0.3%) fed into a Middle East shrug: Tadawul (Saudi) flat at 11,850, turnover SAR 5.2B. Energy basket weighed heavy, but precious metals buffered.
Key Reasons: Oil's 2% plunge (Brent $62.42) hit Gulf exporters, but gold's resilience (+0.27% weekly) cushioned safe-haven flows. Eurasia's ruble steadied post-sanctions, but global yield chase (JGBs up) echoed here.
Top Gainers/Losers & Stats: Aramco (+0.8%) topped Tadawul; losers in Turkish banks (-1.2%). Advances: 55/45 split in Saudi; turnover energy-heavy (60%).
Deals Spotlight: Quiet—no big blocks, but short sells in Russian gas up 4% on winter demand bets gone sour.Africa: Resource Rut, But Gold GlimmersJSE All Share dipped 0.4% to 82,500, turnover ZAR 28B (flat). Ag commodities sagged (soy -1%), but PMs held.
Key Reasons: Commodity hangover from Asia's China fears; gold at $4,187/oz offered solace amid rand weakness (18.75/USD).
Top Gainers/Losers & Stats: Anglo Gold (+1.5%); Naspers (-1.8%). Advances 140/160; mining turnover 40%.
Deals Spotlight: Bulk buy in Kumba Iron (200K shares at ZAR 450); shorts in platinum down 2%.Europe: Weekly Wins, Daily Dips in Yield StormPan-European STOXX 600 +0.41% weekly, but Monday -0.2% (5,726). FTSE 100 -0.55%, DAX +0.80%, CAC flat. Turnover EUR 85B (Euronext).
Key Reasons: ECB hike whispers (yields up, 30yr Bund at 2011 highs) clashed with Fed cut bets; German fiscal stimulus hopes buoyed DAX.
Top Gainers/Losers & Stats: Siemens (+1.2%); Unilever (-1.5% post-spinoff). Advances 320/280; blue-chips drove 55% volume.
Deals Spotlight: Block deal in ASML (100K at EUR 900); shorts in autos up 5% on EV slowdown.Latin America & Caribbean: Oil's Drag, But Resilience RulesBovespa (Brazil) -0.3% to 130,000, turnover BRL 22B. Mexico's IPC flat. Caribbean exchanges (e.g., Trinidad) quiet.
Key Reasons: Energy slump (WTI -2%) hammered Petrobras; but EM strength (Brazil +42.5% YTD) buffered.
Top Gainers/Losers & Stats: Vale (+0.9%); Petrobras (-1.8%). Advances 120/130; commodities 50% turnover.
Deals Spotlight: Bulk sell in Petrobras (1M shares at BRL 35); shorts minimal.North America (Mexico, US, Canada): Record Tease Turns TepidCapstone: BMV (Mexico) +0.1%, TSX (Canada) -0.2%, NYSE/Nasdaq pullback—S&P 500 -0.3% to 6,837 (near Oct high), Dow -0.3% (47,955), Nasdaq -0.1% (23,578). Turnover: $4.5T US (flat), CAD 18B TSX.
Key Reasons: PCE data (2.8% core) locked in Fed cut odds (86%), but sticky inflation and Trump tariff tweets sparked yield spike (10yr 4.18%). Quake yen moves added FX froth.
Top Gainers/Losers & Stats: Rockets: Confluent (+32% on IBM buzz), Structure Therapeutics (+72% obesity pill win), Carvana (+8% S&P join). Tanks: Marvell (-7% downgrade), Netflix (-6.8% Warner bid drama). US: Advances 1,800/1,600; tech 40% volume. Canada: Shopify (+1.5%), energy losers.
Deals Spotlight: US blocks scarce, but bulk in Tesla (shorts up 10% post-downgrade). Mexico: Quiet.
Region Key Index % Chg Turnover (Local Curr) Adv/Decl Ratio Top Gainer Top Loser S. Pacific ASX -0.2% AUD 4.2B 120:110 BHP +1.2% WiseTech -2.1% Asia Nikkei +0.18% INR 12.5L Cr 1,200:2,100 (India) Samsung +3% BEL -5% Eurasia/ME Tadawul 0% SAR 5.2B 55:45 Aramco +0.8% Turkish Banks -1.2% Africa JSE -0.4% ZAR 28B 140:160 Anglo Gold +1.5% Naspers -1.8% Europe STOXX -0.2% EUR 85B 320:280 Siemens +1.2% Unilever -1.5% LatAm/Carib Bovespa -0.3% BRL 22B 120:130 Vale +0.9% Petrobras -1.8% N. America S&P -0.3% $4.5T 1,800:1,600 Confluent +32% Marvell -7%
Commodities Carousel: Energy's Epic Flop, Metals Muddle ThroughAgriculture: Soybeans -1.04% ($1,094/bu), wheat flat—China's slowdown starves demand. Precious: Gold -0.27% ($4,187/oz), silver -0.54% ($58/t oz), but YTD +59% screams safe-haven. Base/Non-Precious: Copper -0.38% ($5.35/lb), aluminum steady. Energy: Brutal—Crude -2.01% ($58.87/bbl), Brent -2.09% ($62.42), on OPEC+ glut fears. Power basket: NatGas flat, but renewables flickered green.
Reasons: Dollar rebound (DXY +0.05% to 98.99) crushed bulls; Japan's quake eased supply worries ironically. Bold take: Energy's rout is tariff prelude—brace for volatility.Currencies: Dollar's Defensive DanceEUR/USD +0.1% to 1.165 (Fed cut bets), USD/JPY -0.4% to 155 (quake yen rush). AUD/USD flat at 0.664, GBP/USD steady. Crypto tie-in: BTC hovered $91K-$95K, -3.5% daily but +4.5% weekly—Ether +7.2%, but Solana -5.6% on risk-off.
Reasons: Seasonal USD softness vs. BOJ hawkishness; EUR/USD Forecast: Currency Pair of the Week.Bonds, Money, Funds: Yields Bite Back10yr Treasury +4bps to 4.18%, Bunds spiked. Money markets: $110B inflows to funds. Bonds down 0.5% (US Core). Equity funds: $7.93B inflows, chasing Fed dovishness.
Reasons: "Hawkish" Fed whispers; Bond Traders Defy Fed Cuts.Block, Bulk & Short Shenanigans: India's the HotspotGlobal sparse, but India buzzed: Bulk buys in Fabtech (280K shares), sells in Filatex (55M). Blocks: Dredging Corp sell (250K). Shorts: Up 15% PSUs. Elsewhere: US Tesla shorts +10%, Europe ASML block (EUR 90M). No Caribbean fireworks.IPO Bonanza: Week of Dec 8-12—India's Fireworks FactoryMainboards steal the show in Asia: Wakefit Innovations (Dec 8-10, ₹185-195, Rs 500 Cr—home goods darling); ICICI Pru AMC (Dec 12-16, ₹2,061-2,165, Rs 10,603 Cr—asset mgmt giant); Corona Remedies (Dec 8-10, ₹1,008-1,062, pharma play). Alt markets: KV Toys India (SME, Dec 8-10); Unisem Agritech. Europe: Magnum Ice Cream spinoff (underwhelmed at debut). US: ETF launches like BNY Mellon Dividend (Dec 8). LatAm: Sparse, but Brazil eyes two SMEs. Total haul: $15B global, India 70%.
Hot Take: Wakefit's a buy for millennial nest-builders; ICICI's the whale—don't sleep.Tuesday's Crystal Ball: Fed Fog Lifts? Or Thickens?Tomorrow? Range-bound roulette as Fed blackout bites—S&P eyes 6,800-6,900, Nikkei 50,500 support. Commodities: Oil $58 floor test; gold $4,200 push. Currencies: EUR/USD 1.17 probe if Powell doves up. Crypto: BTC $90K hold or $100K dream? Bonds: Yields 4.15% cap. Outlook: Bullish tilt if RBA holds steady, but yen quake aftershocks and Fed Rate Cut Inevitable? Bitcoin's Next Move could spark 1% swings. My bet? Santa's early gift: 0.5% equity pop on cut euphoria. But remember, markets love a plot twist—stay nimble, folks. What's your play?
Key Reasons: Aussie markets shrugged off a softer global mood but couldn't ignore the yen's post-quake surge (USD/JPY -0.4%), unwinding carry trades that once juiced resource plays. Opinion? It's the calm before the RBA storm—expect volatility if they hint at hikes.
Top Gainers/Losers & Stats: Gainers led by miners like BHP (+1.2% on copper hopes); losers in tech, with WiseTech (-2.1%). Advances: 120 vs. declines: 110 on ASX; turnover skewed to resources (45%).
Deals Spotlight: Slim pickings—no major block deals, but a bulk sell in Rio Tinto (500K shares at AUD 120) hinted at profit-taking. Short sells? Up 3% in energy, betting on OPEC+ drama.Asia: Patchwork Rally, Hang Seng's Hangover Hits HardAs the sun climbed, Asia served up a mixed bag: Nikkei 225 +0.18% (closing 50,582), buoyed by exporter relief post-yen quake; Kospi leaped 1.3% on Samsung's glow; but Hang Seng cratered 1.2% to 25,180, dragged by property woes (Vanke's bond woes didn't help). BSE Sensex tanked 0.71% to 85,103, Nifty -0.86% to 25,961—realty cracked 3% on rate jitters. Turnover: INR 12.5 lakh crore in India (up 2%, FII selling notwithstanding); HKEX HKD 187B (down 27% MoM, profit-taking after 30% YTD surge).
Key Reasons: Geopolitical jitters from Japan's quake spiked JGB yields to 1.93% (highest since '07), pressuring yen at 154/USD and fueling BOJ hike bets. China's deflation data (CPI flat) soured sentiment, but tech optimism (AI trades) propped Seoul.
Top Gainers/Losers & Stats: Stars: Tech Mahindra (+2.5%), HCL Tech (+2.1%) in India; Samsung (+3%) in Korea. Flops: BEL (-5%), Eternal (-2%) in Mumbai; Pop Mart (-6%) in HK. India: Advances 1,200 vs. declines 2,100; BSE turnover led by Reliance (INR 1.2L Cr).
Deals Spotlight: India dominated—bulk buy in Dredging Corp (250K shares at INR 943 by 3 Sigma Fund); block sell in SPML Infra (246K at INR 150). Shorts: Up 15% in Indian PSUs, FIIs dumping amid rupee woes (83.45/USD).Eurasia & Middle East: Steady Eddies Amid Yield SpikesEurasia's patchwork (Russia's MOEX -0.5% on oil, Turkey's BIST +0.3%) fed into a Middle East shrug: Tadawul (Saudi) flat at 11,850, turnover SAR 5.2B. Energy basket weighed heavy, but precious metals buffered.
Key Reasons: Oil's 2% plunge (Brent $62.42) hit Gulf exporters, but gold's resilience (+0.27% weekly) cushioned safe-haven flows. Eurasia's ruble steadied post-sanctions, but global yield chase (JGBs up) echoed here.
Top Gainers/Losers & Stats: Aramco (+0.8%) topped Tadawul; losers in Turkish banks (-1.2%). Advances: 55/45 split in Saudi; turnover energy-heavy (60%).
Deals Spotlight: Quiet—no big blocks, but short sells in Russian gas up 4% on winter demand bets gone sour.Africa: Resource Rut, But Gold GlimmersJSE All Share dipped 0.4% to 82,500, turnover ZAR 28B (flat). Ag commodities sagged (soy -1%), but PMs held.
Key Reasons: Commodity hangover from Asia's China fears; gold at $4,187/oz offered solace amid rand weakness (18.75/USD).
Top Gainers/Losers & Stats: Anglo Gold (+1.5%); Naspers (-1.8%). Advances 140/160; mining turnover 40%.
Deals Spotlight: Bulk buy in Kumba Iron (200K shares at ZAR 450); shorts in platinum down 2%.Europe: Weekly Wins, Daily Dips in Yield StormPan-European STOXX 600 +0.41% weekly, but Monday -0.2% (5,726). FTSE 100 -0.55%, DAX +0.80%, CAC flat. Turnover EUR 85B (Euronext).
Key Reasons: ECB hike whispers (yields up, 30yr Bund at 2011 highs) clashed with Fed cut bets; German fiscal stimulus hopes buoyed DAX.
Top Gainers/Losers & Stats: Siemens (+1.2%); Unilever (-1.5% post-spinoff). Advances 320/280; blue-chips drove 55% volume.
Deals Spotlight: Block deal in ASML (100K at EUR 900); shorts in autos up 5% on EV slowdown.Latin America & Caribbean: Oil's Drag, But Resilience RulesBovespa (Brazil) -0.3% to 130,000, turnover BRL 22B. Mexico's IPC flat. Caribbean exchanges (e.g., Trinidad) quiet.
Key Reasons: Energy slump (WTI -2%) hammered Petrobras; but EM strength (Brazil +42.5% YTD) buffered.
Top Gainers/Losers & Stats: Vale (+0.9%); Petrobras (-1.8%). Advances 120/130; commodities 50% turnover.
Deals Spotlight: Bulk sell in Petrobras (1M shares at BRL 35); shorts minimal.North America (Mexico, US, Canada): Record Tease Turns TepidCapstone: BMV (Mexico) +0.1%, TSX (Canada) -0.2%, NYSE/Nasdaq pullback—S&P 500 -0.3% to 6,837 (near Oct high), Dow -0.3% (47,955), Nasdaq -0.1% (23,578). Turnover: $4.5T US (flat), CAD 18B TSX.
Key Reasons: PCE data (2.8% core) locked in Fed cut odds (86%), but sticky inflation and Trump tariff tweets sparked yield spike (10yr 4.18%). Quake yen moves added FX froth.
Top Gainers/Losers & Stats: Rockets: Confluent (+32% on IBM buzz), Structure Therapeutics (+72% obesity pill win), Carvana (+8% S&P join). Tanks: Marvell (-7% downgrade), Netflix (-6.8% Warner bid drama). US: Advances 1,800/1,600; tech 40% volume. Canada: Shopify (+1.5%), energy losers.
Deals Spotlight: US blocks scarce, but bulk in Tesla (shorts up 10% post-downgrade). Mexico: Quiet.
Region | Key Index % Chg | Turnover (Local Curr) | Adv/Decl Ratio | Top Gainer | Top Loser |
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S. Pacific | ASX -0.2% | AUD 4.2B | 120:110 | BHP +1.2% | WiseTech -2.1% |
Asia | Nikkei +0.18% | INR 12.5L Cr | 1,200:2,100 (India) | Samsung +3% | BEL -5% |
Eurasia/ME | Tadawul 0% | SAR 5.2B | 55:45 | Aramco +0.8% | Turkish Banks -1.2% |
Africa | JSE -0.4% | ZAR 28B | 140:160 | Anglo Gold +1.5% | Naspers -1.8% |
Europe | STOXX -0.2% | EUR 85B | 320:280 | Siemens +1.2% | Unilever -1.5% |
LatAm/Carib | Bovespa -0.3% | BRL 22B | 120:130 | Vale +0.9% | Petrobras -1.8% |
N. America | S&P -0.3% | $4.5T | 1,800:1,600 | Confluent +32% | Marvell -7% |
Reasons: Dollar rebound (DXY +0.05% to 98.99) crushed bulls; Japan's quake eased supply worries ironically. Bold take: Energy's rout is tariff prelude—brace for volatility.Currencies: Dollar's Defensive DanceEUR/USD +0.1% to 1.165 (Fed cut bets), USD/JPY -0.4% to 155 (quake yen rush). AUD/USD flat at 0.664, GBP/USD steady. Crypto tie-in: BTC hovered $91K-$95K, -3.5% daily but +4.5% weekly—Ether +7.2%, but Solana -5.6% on risk-off.
Reasons: Seasonal USD softness vs. BOJ hawkishness; EUR/USD Forecast: Currency Pair of the Week.Bonds, Money, Funds: Yields Bite Back10yr Treasury +4bps to 4.18%, Bunds spiked. Money markets: $110B inflows to funds. Bonds down 0.5% (US Core). Equity funds: $7.93B inflows, chasing Fed dovishness.
Reasons: "Hawkish" Fed whispers; Bond Traders Defy Fed Cuts.Block, Bulk & Short Shenanigans: India's the HotspotGlobal sparse, but India buzzed: Bulk buys in Fabtech (280K shares), sells in Filatex (55M). Blocks: Dredging Corp sell (250K). Shorts: Up 15% PSUs. Elsewhere: US Tesla shorts +10%, Europe ASML block (EUR 90M). No Caribbean fireworks.IPO Bonanza: Week of Dec 8-12—India's Fireworks FactoryMainboards steal the show in Asia: Wakefit Innovations (Dec 8-10, ₹185-195, Rs 500 Cr—home goods darling); ICICI Pru AMC (Dec 12-16, ₹2,061-2,165, Rs 10,603 Cr—asset mgmt giant); Corona Remedies (Dec 8-10, ₹1,008-1,062, pharma play). Alt markets: KV Toys India (SME, Dec 8-10); Unisem Agritech. Europe: Magnum Ice Cream spinoff (underwhelmed at debut). US: ETF launches like BNY Mellon Dividend (Dec 8). LatAm: Sparse, but Brazil eyes two SMEs. Total haul: $15B global, India 70%.
Hot Take: Wakefit's a buy for millennial nest-builders; ICICI's the whale—don't sleep.Tuesday's Crystal Ball: Fed Fog Lifts? Or Thickens?Tomorrow? Range-bound roulette as Fed blackout bites—S&P eyes 6,800-6,900, Nikkei 50,500 support. Commodities: Oil $58 floor test; gold $4,200 push. Currencies: EUR/USD 1.17 probe if Powell doves up. Crypto: BTC $90K hold or $100K dream? Bonds: Yields 4.15% cap. Outlook: Bullish tilt if RBA holds steady, but yen quake aftershocks and Fed Rate Cut Inevitable? Bitcoin's Next Move could spark 1% swings. My bet? Santa's early gift: 0.5% equity pop on cut euphoria. But remember, markets love a plot twist—stay nimble, folks. What's your play?
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December 8, 2025 – Starlink's India Splash: $8600/Month Satellite Dream or Data Overkill?Elon Musk's Starlink finally pierced India's bureaucratic black hole, unveiling residential broadband at a wallet-busting ₹8,600 monthly plus ₹34,000 for the dish kit – unlimited data, 99.9% uptime, and a 30-day trial tossed in like space confetti. It's a lifeline for rural blackspots where fiber fears to tread, promising gigabit speeds rain or shine, but at seven times urban 5G plans, it's less mass savior, more elite escape pod for remote tycoons and disaster zones. VP Jonathan Hofeller blamed a "glitch" for early dummy pricing leaks, insisting the site's not live yet, but with Maharashtra inked as the first state partner and ground stations sprouting in Mumbai and Delhi, launch feels imminent. Telcos like Jio are scoffing – why pay satellite premiums when 5G blankets cities? – yet Musk's orbit could disrupt 12% of India's $174 billion retail pie by 2030. Bold bet or billionaire vanity? In a nation where 700 million dream of digital wings, Starlink's high-flying fees might just clip its own sails – or rocket underserved India into the stars.
December 8, 2025 – IndiGo's Grounded Nightmare: Minister Vows Route Cuts as Cancellations Eclipse 3,800 FlightsIndia's skies turned into a no-fly farce as IndiGo's crew crunch – sparked by bungled FDTL rule tweaks – grounded over 3,800 flights since December 2, stranding lakhs in wedding-season hell and costing ₹827 crore in refunds. Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu didn't mince words: "We'll curtail IndiGo's routes and hand them to rivals" to "set an example," slashing their 2,200 daily ops amid a probe into "lapses in planning and oversight." Proxy advisor IiAS piled on, slamming the airline's "toxic culture" and board blind spots, while DGCA's show-cause to CEO Pieter Elbers demands answers by 6 PM today – no more extensions. Blaming five factors from fog to fatigue, IndiGo eyes normalcy by December 10, but with OTP scraping 20% and fares capped at ₹18,000, rivals like Air India are circling like vultures. This isn't turbulence; it's a full stall for the 60% market king. Time for IndiGo to wake up – or hand the kingdom to hungrier birds.
December 8, 2025 – Dalal Street's Bloody Monday: Sensex Dives 610 Pts on Fed Jitters, FII ExodusBulls bolted as Sensex cratered 610 points (0.71%) to 85,102 and Nifty shed 226 (0.86%) below 26,000, vaporizing ₹7 lakh crore in a profit-booking bloodbath fueled by FII outflows and Fed rate dread. Top drags? BEL, JSW Steel, and IndiGo plunged over 3.71% amid aviation woes, while rupee woes (now at 90.09 vs USD, down 14 paise) amplified the pain. Business Standard pins it on "global caution" pre-Wednesday's US policy pivot; Livemint blames "overheated valuations" in a month where smallcaps bled 2.61%. Yet, Nikkei (+0.18%) and SSE (+0.55%) shrugged it off – Asia's split signals India's export Achilles heel. Investors lost ₹7 lakh crore in one session; is this correction or capitulation? With Trump tariffs looming, D-Street's buzz feels more bust – time to stash cash or double down on defensives?
December 7, 2025 – Tata's Sierra Roars Back: 222 kmph Turbo Beast Masters NATRAX, Steals SUV SpotlightTata's resurrection of the Sierra – that '90s rebel reborn as a ₹11.49 lakh tech titan – hit hyperdrive at NATRAX, clocking a blistering 222 kmph top speed on its 1.5L turbo-petrol heart. Moneycontrol hails it an "absolute masterclass," blending OG boxy swagger with ADAS wizardry, panoramic sunroofs, and ride quality that humbles Creta rivals. Priced from Pure (₹12.99L) to Adventure (₹15.29L), it's a segment disruptor with 9.46s 0-100 sprints and JBL thumps, but Team-BHP gripes on sub-par fit-finish and niggles in fresh Tata turf. Bookings open December 16; deliveries January '26 – will this nostalgia-fueled rocket outpace Seltos in India's SUV scrum? Tata's betting big; enthusiasts are already revved.
December 7, 2025 – IPO Avalanche: 13 Issues Flood Dalal Street with ₹14,700 Cr, Wakefit Leads the ChargeDalal Street's turning into an IPO inferno with 13 public offerings – worth a whopping ₹14,700 crore – slamming markets this week, spotlighting Wakefit's ₹1,289 crore debut (open Dec 8-10, ₹185-195 band). The sleep-solutions unicorn, backed by Steadview and WhiteOak (who pumped ₹186 cr pre-listing), eyes 117 new stores from proceeds, but Finshots warns of razor-thin 4.9% margins in a ₹3T furnishings fray. Amid Meesho's allotment frenzy (finalized Dec 8, GMP hints 38% pop on Dec 10 listing) and Kaynes Tech's Kotak-fueled tumble (down 12% on "ambiguous" accounting), this barrage tests retail resolve. ICICI Pru AMC joins the fray next week – feast or famine for FII-fatigued bulls?
December 6, 2025 – Kaynes Tech's Kotak Clash: "Inadvertent" Lapses Spark 26% Stock SlaughterKaynes Tech's FY25 fairy tale imploded as Kotak's scathing report torched "ambiguous" accounting – unreported ₹180 cr RPTs, ballooning ₹520 cr contingent liabilities (18% net worth), and Iskraemeco goodwill ghosts – sending shares cratering 26% to eight-month lows. Management fired back: "Nothing ambiguous," blaming "inadvertent" standalone slips (fixed in consolidateds), with cash flows flipping positive by FY26 end. CNBC TV18 notes a 12% Friday plunge despite rebuttals; Economic Times eyes deeper cuts if auditors swap. In EMS's high-stakes wiring wars, transparency's the real short circuit – is Kaynes' growth glow dimming to a flicker?
December 5, 2025 – Meesho's Mega Allotment Eve: 81x Subscribe Signals E-Tail Gold RushMeesho's ₹5,421 cr behemoth – India's biggest e-comm IPO – wrapped at 81.76x subscribed, with retail (10% quota) at 135x frenzy and GMP at ₹43 hinting 38% Dec 10 pop. Allotment drops Dec 8; check KFin/BSE/NSE for your slice of the 213 mn user pie. Losses narrowed to ₹700 cr (H1 FY26), but Livemint flags seller concentration risks in Gujarat-UP-Delhi (45% base). SoftBank's bet on Tier-2/3 resellers pays off – or pops like Zomato 2.0?
December 4, 2025 – Rupee's Record Rut: 90.09 vs USD as Asia Tepid, Reserves StrainRupee sagged to a fresh nadir at 90.09 (down 14 paise), mirroring tepid Asia FX and local equity blues, with Reuters eyeing steeper slides sans RBI ballast. Vajiram & Ravi ties it to UPSC mains fodder: trade deficits, FII flight, and Trump tariffs gnawing reserves. The Hindu notes a 14-paise Friday bleed; without intervention, 90's no floor – importers, brace for sticker shock in this forex freefall.
So, let us see as to how the set of economic events across the world are setting the stage for the business, economic news developments ...
Company (Ticker) | Region | Time (IST) | EPS Est. | Rev. Est. | Actual EPS/Rev. | Surprise | Market Cap | Takeaway |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Toll Brothers (TOL) | North America (US) | ~10:30 PM (AMC) | $4.88 | $3.31B | $4.92 / $3.35B | +0.8% / +1.2% | $13.6B | Housing's phoenix: Beat on luxury builds amid rate-cut hopes, but guidance tepid on affordability crunch. Stock +3% AH – buy the dip for millennial McMansion mania. |
National Beverage (FIZZ) | North America (US) | ~10:30 PM (AMC) | $0.51 | $304M | $0.53 / $310M | +3.9% / +2.0% | $3.2B | La Croix lite: Soda pop resilience in a diet-coke economy; shares fizz +2%. Hyperlocal: Mumbai's imported fizz demand up 15% YoY. |
Yext (YEXT) | North America (US) | ~10:30 PM | $0.13 | $113M | $0.15 / $115M | +15.4% / +1.8% | $1.1B | AI search savior: Enterprise wins beat, but cloud comps loom. +4% pop – tech triage play. |
Compass Minerals (CMP) | North America (US) | ~10:30 PM (AMC) | -$0.23 | $224M | -$0.18 / $228M | +21.7% / +1.8% | $866M | Salt of the earth: Fertilizer rebound trumps losses; ag cycle turn? Cautious +1%. |
Mama's Creations (MAMA) | North America (US) | ~10:30 PM (AMC) | -$0.01 | $43M | -$0.005 / $44M | +50% / +2.3% | $454M | Pasta pivot: Ethnic foods edge out red ink; immigrant boom beneficiary. |
Phreesia (PHR) | North America (US) | ~10:30 PM | -$0.00 | $120M | $0.01 / $122M | N/A (profit!) / +1.7% | $1.2B | Healthcare hustle: Patient intake tech turns black; telemed tailwind. |
Ooma (OOMA) | North America (US) | ~10:30 PM | $0.22 | $68M | $0.24 / $70M | +9.1% / +3.5% | $331M | VoIP victory: SMB cloud calls ring true; remote work relic? |
51job (COE) | Asia (China, via US ADR) | Pre-market (~1:30 PM IST) | N/A | N/A | -$0.01 / $26M | N/A | $151M | Edtech echo: Online tutoring slumps, but AI pivot hints recovery. -11% drop – caution. |
Virco Mfg (VIRC) | North America (US) | Pre-market (~1:30 PM IST) | $0.47 | $86M | -$0.08 / $48M | -117% / -44% | $114M | Classroom crash: School furniture demand desks itself; brutal miss, -2% slide. |
GameStop (GME) | North America (US) | ~10:30 PM (AMC) | N/A | N/A | Reported post-close | N/A | $10B+ | Meme redux: Q3 sales flat, but crypto pivot teases Roaring Kitty faithful. Volatile AF. |
Final Verdict: A day of beats (Germany! Toll!) masking broader unease – inflation's grip, manufacturing's moan. For Indian eyes: This tilts Nifty IT green on Euro demand, but brace for rupee wobbles if US yields spike. Tomorrow's FOMC? That's the real fireworks. Stay sharp, trade smarter – and remember, in markets, yesterday's data is tomorrow's excuse. What's your play? Drop it in the comments.
So, how are the sectoral news developments across the world and news-geographies shaping the global business news landscape ...
- Latest: Christmas unplugged for Aussie teens (4h ago) – Reuters reports "Christmas unplugged: Australian teen social media ban brings holiday headspace woes," as the under-16 ban kicks in tomorrow. Opinion: Finally, a government forcing kids to touch grass instead of screens—bravo, but watch the black market for VPNs explode.
- Australian bushfires claim firefighter, raze homes (16h ago) – Reuters' "Australian bushfires raze homes in two states; firefighter dies" paints a grim picture of destruction in New South Wales. The Hindu adds "Australia activates disaster relief for wildfire-hit New South Wales State." Commentary: Climate change deniers, take note—these infernos aren't barbecues gone wrong; they're harbingers of a scorched future.
- Teens skeptical of social media ban (Yesterday) – The New York Times' "Australia’s Social Media Ban for Under-16s Is Coming. The Teenagers Are Skeptical" captures youthful rebellion. BBC chimes in with "'We deserve to have a say' - Australian teens on the social media ban." Hot take: In a world of TikTok tyrants, this ban might just save a generation from doom-scrolling despair.
- Latest: Thailand-Cambodia clashes escalate (32m ago) – Times of India's "On Cam: Thailand Soldier Shoots Down Cambodian Quadcopter Drone As Tensions Escalate" shows live-fire drama. The Hindu's "Thailand-Cambodia clashes reignite; one Thai soldier, four Cambodian civilians killed" (17h ago) details the toll. Opinion: Ancient temples fueling modern bloodshed? Time for ASEAN to step up before this Preah Vihear spat turns into a full-blown war.
- Japan vows resolute response to China radar lock (11h ago) – BBC's "China fighter jets lock radar on Japan planes as tensions rise" escalates aerial tensions. The Guardian's "Japan PM vows ‘resolute’ response after Chinese aircraft accused of locking radar on to Japanese fighter jets" (18h ago) vows pushback. Commentary: China's saber-rattling over rare earths? Bold, but Japan’s not backing down—expect economic fireworks.
- Hong Kong votes amid deadly fire anger (5h ago) – Tribune India's "Beijing tightens grip as Hong Kong heads for legislature polls without opposition" highlights suppressed democracy. India Today's "Hong Kong voter turnout climbs even as anger grows over deadly fire" (Yesterday) notes rising fury. Take: Beijing's "reforms" are just code for control—Hong Kong's spirit endures, but for how long?
- Indonesia floods demand $3B recovery (6h ago) – NDTV's "Indonesia Struggles With Food, Medical Shortages After Floods Killed Hundreds" underscores desperation. Reuters' "Indonesia says more than $3 billion in recovery funds required after Sumatra floods" (15h ago) tallies the cost. Opinion: Southeast Asia's flood apocalypse—blame climate inaction, not just monsoons.
- Bangladesh ex-PM Zia's evacuation postponed (2h ago) – NDTV's "Bangladesh Ex-PM Khaleda Zia's UK Evacuation For Treatment Postponed Again" delays her airlift. The Hindu's "Air ambulance for Bangladesh's ex-PM Khaleda Zia to land in Dhaka on Tuesday" (23h ago) sets the stage. Commentary: Political pawns in health crises—Bangladesh's turmoil deepens as leaders flee or fade.
- Pakistan-Afghanistan border clash kills civilians (1h ago) – NDTV's "India Condemns Pakistan's Attacks On Afghanistan That Killed Civilians" slams the violence. BBC's "Deadly border fighting breaks out between Pakistan and Afghanistan" (3 days ago) roots it in history. Hot take: Eternal rivals trading fire—peace? Not while egos eclipse empathy.
- Chinese virologist fears Beijing revenge (5h ago) – WION's "China wants REVENGE? Virologist, who claimed coronavirus was developed in Wuhan, says Beijing is using her family to 'lure' her back from US" exposes paranoia. The New York Times' "The Married Scientists Torn Apart by a Covid Bioweapon Theory" (1h ago) adds personal drama. Opinion: Covid ghosts haunt us—truth-seekers vs. regimes, round two.
- Hawaii's Kīlauea erupts dramatically (12h ago) – Times of India's "Hawaii's Kīlauea volcano erupts again; towering lava fountains soar up to 1200 ft—Watch" captures the spectacle. BBC's "Watch: Moment Hawaii volcano eruption engulfs camera" (2 days ago) shows destruction. Take: Nature's fireworks remind us Hawaii's beauty bites back.
- Pakistan arrests 12 'RAW-linked' militants (9h ago) – Arab News' "Pakistan police arrest 12 suspected militants in operations across Punjab" details ops. Dawn's "Punjab CTD says 12 suspected terrorists ‘linked to RAW’ arrested" (12h ago) fingers India. Commentary: Spy games or scapegoating? Indo-Pak distrust fuels endless accusations.
- Chinese woman marries rescue soldier (10h ago) – NDTV's "Chinese Woman Marries Man Who Saved Her From Earthquake Rubble" tells a heartwarming tale from 2008. Times of India's "Chinese woman marries the soldier who rescued her from an earthquake as a child" (16h ago) adds romance. Opinion: Amid Asia's chaos, a feel-good story—love conquers rubble.
- MH370 search resumes (6 days ago) – BBC's "Search for long-missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 to resume" revives the mystery. Times of India's "Mass murder, hijack or glitch? The story of flight MH370 which disappeared from the world just minutes after take-off" (7h ago) speculates. Hot take: Eleven years on, closure eludes—tech triumphs or tragedy eternal?
- Chinese woman cares for vegetative daughter-in-law (4h ago) – newskarnataka.com's "Chinese woman borrows 1 million yuan to care for daughter-in-law in vegetative state for 5 years" highlights devotion. Hindustan Times' "Chinese woman spends 5 years caring for daughter-in-law in vegetative state" (2 days ago) borrows $140K. Commentary: In a throwaway world, this loyalty shines—family over fortune.
- Man on 'business trip' stuck in Thailand flood with lover (2 days ago) – Moneycontrol's "Man tells pregnant wife he's going on 'business trip,' found stuck in Thailand flood with lover" exposes betrayal. Take: Karma via floods? Cheaters beware—nature's got receipts.
- Latest: Kremlin praises US security strategy amid strikes (23h ago) – The Hindu's "Russian strikes kill 4 in Ukraine as Kremlin praises new U.S. security strategy" mixes war and diplomacy. news.cgtn.com's "U.S., Ukraine wrap up talks on territorial issues, security guarantees" (2 days ago) hints at deals. Opinion: Trump's "doctrine" leaves Europe dangling—Russia cheers, Ukraine bleeds.
- Ukraine peace deal 'close' but Moscow demands changes (27m ago) – The Hindu's "U.S. envoy says Ukraine peace deal is close but Moscow says it wants radical changes" teases endgame. The Kyiv Independent's "Trump knows how to 'put leverage' on Russia, Ukraine to reach peace deal, US envoy says" (2h ago) adds US spin. Commentary: "Close" in diplomacy means miles apart—Zelenskyy's fight or fold moment.
- Chernobyl shield damaged by drone (2 days ago) – livemint.com's "Chernobyl protective shield can no longer do its job, says nuclear watchdog IAEA" warns of radiation risks. CNN's "Chernobyl protective shield can no longer confine radiation after drone strike" (3 days ago) blames strikes. Hot take: War revives nuclear nightmares—idiocy knows no borders.
- Chechen woman murdered in Armenia (1h ago) – "Chechen woman murdered in Armenia was related to Ramzan Kadyrov, rights groups say" links to power plays. Take: Caucasus intrigue—Kadyrov's shadow stretches far, fatal for kin.
- Latest: Saudi-Qatar high-speed rail signed (3h ago) – Al Jazeera's "Saudi Arabia and Qatar sign high-speed rail deal to link capitals" bridges Gulf divides. Arab News' "Saudi Arabia and Qatar sign high-speed rail link agreement" (12h ago) celebrates. Opinion: Amid Yemen chaos, this link's a rare win—speed over swords?
- Israel declares 'yellow line' as new Gaza border (20h ago) – news.cgtn.com's "Israeli army chief claims 'yellow line' is new border inside Gaza" redraws maps. livemint.com's "Israel declares Yellow Line as ‘new border’ amid move towards second phase of Trump's Gaza peace plan" (2 days ago) ties to US. Commentary: "Peace plan" or partition? Gaza's squeezed tighter.
- Israel-Qatar-US trilateral meeting (1h ago) – The Jerusalem Post's "Mossad chief rebuilds Qatar ties after Israel's Doha strike" mends fences. The Hindu's "Israel, Qatar and U.S. hold trilateral meeting in New York" (17h ago) seeks repair. Hot take: Bombs then talks—Middle East diplomacy in a nutshell.
- Yemen separatists claim southern control (2h ago) – "Yemeni separatist group claims broad control of South" fragments the nation. Opinion: Another fracture in Yemen's endless war—unity's a mirage.
- Israel hunger rises from Gaza war (1h ago) – "Israel faces sharp rise in hunger due to economic fallout of Gaza war: Report" exposes homefront costs. Take: War's boomerang—victors starve too.
- Syria marks Assad fall anniversary (3h ago) – The Guardian's "Can Syria’s president turn wave of global goodwill into tangible results at home?" questions progress. CNN's "A year on from the ousting of Assad, Syrians remember the pain but rejoice at their freedom" (5h ago) reflects. Commentary: Post-Assad euphoria fades—stability or new storms?
- Iron Beam laser system features (10h ago) – WION's "100kW vs 10kW: Why Israel built two laser weapon systems with near-zero interception cost" touts tech. EurAsian Times' "IRON BEAM: Israel On The Cusp Of Making History" (8 days ago) hails milestone. Opinion: Lasers over missiles—Israel's sci-fi shield could redefine defense.
- UN condemns Israel UNRWA entry (2h ago) – "UN chief 'strongly' condemns Israel for forced entry into UNRWA compound in East Jerusalem" blasts intrusion. Take: Aid under siege—peacekeepers vs. politics.
- Qatar PM on Trump's Israel warning (13h ago) – Siasat.com's "Donald Trump’s warning to Israel is ‘justified’: Qatar PM" endorses critique. Commentary: Even allies call out excess—Trump's bluntness resonates.
- Saudi bans photography in holy sites? (5h ago) – Türkiye Today's "Saudi Arabia bans photography inside holy Mosques during 2026 hajj season" stirs debate. theislamicinformation.com's "Fact Check: No Photography Ban at Holy Mosques for Hajj 2026" (7h ago) debunks. Hot take: Pics or piety? Faith in the Instagram age.
- Latest: Nigeria rescues 100 schoolchildren (2h ago) – BBC's "Niger state kidnap: Nigeria says it has secured release of about 100 children" brings relief. The Hindu's "100 kidnapped Nigerian schoolchildren released: Report" (22h ago) confirms. Opinion: Boko Haram echoes—education's still a battlefield, but rescues offer hope.
- Latest: Tower of London attacked with custard (11h ago) – Research Professional News' "All the way up" covers the bizarre. BBC's "Four arrested after crumble and custard thrown at Crown Jewels display" (3 days ago) details anarchy. Commentary: Sweet protest or sour stunt? Britain's icons under edible assault.
- Macron threatens Chinese tariffs (4h ago) – India Today's "Why Macron's China visit might be good for India" links to trade. France 24's "Macron threatens tariffs on Chinese goods but seeks trade deal with EU" (2 days ago) balances. Take: EU vs. China—Macron's tango could tango India into wins.
- UK politician fined for illegal Indian nanny (1h ago) – ukmalayalee's "Labour councillor fined £40,000 for employing illegal Indian student immigrant and paying cash-in-hand" exposes hypocrisy. Hindustan Times' "‘Abused, felt suicidal’: Indian student’s ordeal exposes UK politician who kept her as nanny ‘illegally’" (2h ago) details abuse. Opinion: Elites preaching immigration while exploiting it—classic double standard.
- EU warns US against interference (6h ago) – "Top EU official warns the US against interfering in Europe's affairs" pushes back. EurAsian Times' "Trump’s New Military Doctrine: Europe On Its Own" (10h ago) confirms shift. Hot take: Trump's "America First" leaves Europe solo—time to grow up?
- Louvre water leak damages artifacts (7h ago) – Hindustan Times' "Upset with working conditions, Louvre trade unions call for rolling strike next week" adds labor woes. Moneycontrol's "After $102 million heist, a burst pipe soaks hundreds of rare books at the Paris Louvre Museum" (2 days ago) laments loss. Commentary: Art's eternal enemies: thieves and plumbing.
- Greek farmers shut Crete airport (1h ago) – "Greek farmers have forced shutdown of Crete airport" protests disrupt. Take: From fields to runways—Europe's agrarian anger boils over.
- EU backs migration 'return hubs' (3h ago) – "EU backs migration ‘return hubs’ in echo of Trump’s crackdown" mimics US toughness. Opinion: Fortress Europe? Humanitarian ideals meet harsh reality.
- Wave drags swimmers in Tenerife (2h ago) – "4 dead, 1 missing after wave drags swimmers out to sea at tourist spot" tragedy strikes Canary Islands. Commentary: Paradise's peril—tourism's dark undercurrents.
- Bannon rages at German Nazism ban (2h ago) – "'Outrageous!' Steve Bannon in tailspin over German push to ban 'repeat of Nazism'" froths. Take: History's ghosts haunt politics—Bannon's meltdown is popcorn-worthy.
- Italy eyes Gaza ISF join (1h ago) – "Italy considering joining Gaza's ISF, positioning it to be first European country to do so" breaks ground. Hot take: Europe dipping toes in Middle East peace—bold or naive?
- Mercedes flies over buses in Romania (3 days ago) – NDTV's "Driver Faints, Mercedes Takes Flight: Viral Video Captures Terrifying Crash" goes viral. The Indian Express' "Mercedes flies over buses after driver faints behind the wheel in Romania" (2 days ago) shocks. Opinion: Road rage? More like road flight—fainting at the wheel's no joke.
- Austrian woman freezes on mountain (2 days ago) – NDTV's "Austrian Woman Left To Freeze On Mountain By Boyfriend Identified, Tributes Pour In" honors Kerstin Gurtner. Tribune India's "Austrian woman reportedly left to freeze to death by boyfriend identified as Kerstin Gurtner" (15h ago) condemns. Commentary: Betrayal at altitude—love's lethal limits exposed.
- Latest: Venezuela inducts 5,600 troops amid US buildup (2 days ago) – WION's "‘Won’t allow invasion by imperialist force’: Venezuela inducts 5,600 troops as tensions with US escalate" defies threats. EurAsian Times' "Venezuela Rushes 5,600 New Troops Into Service As U.S. Navy Encircles The South American Country" escalates. Opinion: Maduro's muster—bluff or brinkmanship against Trump's navy?
- Bolsonaro's son may skip presidential run (Yesterday) – Reuters' "Bolsonaro's son says he may not run for Brazil president" wavers. The Hindu's "With Bolsonaro in jail, Brazil’s right in disarray as Trump warms up to Lula" notes shifts. Take: Right-wing royalty in retreat—Lula laughs last?
- Maduro survives US pressure? (43m ago) – "Can Nicolás Maduro survive increased pressure from the US? Venezuela expert weighs in" questions endurance. Al Jazeera's "Opening ‘Pandora’s box’: What happens if the US attacks Venezuela?" (4 days ago) warns. Commentary: Yankee encirclement—Venezuela's sovereignty on the line.
- Latest: Trump to issue AI executive order (1h ago) – Reuters' "Trump to issue order creating national AI rule" centralizes control. Forex Factory's "Trump: I will be doing a one-rule executive order this week on AI" (7h ago) announces. Opinion: One rule to rule them all? Trump's tech tyranny could stifle innovation or save it—jury's out.
- Zelenskyy not ready for US peace plan (5h ago) – Times of India's "Trump ‘a little disappointed’ Zelenskyy hasn’t read US peace plan as Miami talks end without breakthrough" (20h ago) vents frustration. CNBC's "Trump says Zelenskyy 'hasn't read U.S. peace proposal' as tensions mount" (10h ago) escalates. Commentary: Trump's "plan" or ultimatum? Ukraine's sovereignty vs. US impatience.
- Marjorie Taylor Greene mocks GOP on Trump (13h ago) – Times of India's "'Republicans are terrified to step out of line': Marjorie Taylor Greene claims GOPs mock Trump 'privately'" spills tea. CNN's "Marjorie Taylor Greene defiant since announcing resignation after falling-out with Trump" (19h ago) shows rift. Hot take: GOP infighting—Trump's cult crumbles from within.
- H-1B doctor stuck by $100K fee (2h ago) – The Washington Post's "Rural America relies on foreign doctors. Trump’s visa fee shuts them out" highlights plight. Times of India's "'I am stuck': Indian H-1B kidney doctor can't join practice in North Carolina" (6h ago) personalizes. Opinion: Brain drain boomerang—Trump's fees fleece talent America needs.
- Dream Act 2025 for visa kids (9h ago) – Hindustan Times' "H1-B alert: What is Dream Act 2025? A new pathway to secure legal status in US introduced" offers hope. Times of India's "Explained: What the Dream Act is and how it could benefit thousands of Indian students" (2 days ago) details. Take: Lifeline for Dreamers—finally, sense in immigration insanity?
- US tightens H-1B rules (12h ago) – financialexpress.com's "US tightens F-1 and H-1B visa rules; questions raised in parliament: MEA responds" stirs India. Times Now's "Trump's New H-1B Order Could Put Indians At Risk" (2 days ago) warns. Commentary: Visa vise—Indians caught in Trump's net, talent exodus imminent.
- Zohran Mamdani moves to Gracie Mansion (32m ago) – The Economic Times' "What is Gracie Mansion and why is it special? Here's its location, origin, history, features and facts" explores. Times of India's "Mamdani announces he would move to 11,000-sq-ft mayor's residence Gracie Mansion" (5h ago) confirms. Opinion: From activist to mansion—NYC's new mayor embodies American dream, or hypocrisy?
- $5,000 migrant apprehension fee (2h ago) – Hindustan Times' "What is ‘Apprehension Fee’? Know about new $5,000 charge amid Trump's immigration crackdown" explains. Moneycontrol's "Trump administration to charge $5,000 for migrants caught entering illegally" (2 days ago) rolls out. Hot take: Pay to be caught? Trump's border bazaar monetizes misery.
- US halts citizenship ceremonies (Yesterday) – Times of India's "'Which country are you from?': Citizenship ceremonies halted, immigrants plucked out of line under Trump'" disrupts lives. CNBC's "Trump administration will expand travel ban to more than 30 countries" (3 days ago) expands bans. Commentary: Melting pot to boiling point—immigration's new nightmare.
- Kushner in Warner takeover (2h ago) – "Jared Kushner is investor in Paramount’s hostile takeover of Warner" ties family to Hollywood. Times of India's "Trump Slams Zelensky For Ignoring Peace Plan, Warns Netflix-WBD Deal May Be Too Risky" (5h ago) warns risks. Take: Nepotism meets Netflix—Trump clan conquers screens.
- Culture war is White House's only fight (2h ago) – "The Only War the White House Is Ready for Is Culture War" skewers priorities. Opinion: Real wars rage, but Trump's battling pronouns—distraction mastery.
- Snow blankets Washington (3 days ago) – FOX 5 DC's "How much snow fell across DC, Maryland, Virginia?" measures the storm. Times of India's "‘Beautiful, looks magical’: White House shares snow-laden photos as winter storm blankets Washington" (11h ago) beautifies. Commentary: Winter wonderland or warning? DC's frozen amid policy chills.
- Pakistan offers grooming gang swap (6h ago) – Moneycontrol's "Pakistan’s ‘flattery’ and ‘bribery’ derailed US–India relations: former Pentagon official" (2 days ago) blames interference. India Today's "Pak to take back sex grooming gang members from UK, wants political rebels too" (16h ago) proposes deal. Hot take: Swaps for scoundrels—diplomacy's dark bazaar.
- Ex-Pentagon on US-India ties (1h ago) – NDTV's "US National Security Report Names India As Key Partner: Foreign Ministry" boosts alliance. NDTV's "US-India Ties Derailed By Pakistan's 'Flattery', 'Bribery': Ex-Pentagon Official" (3 days ago) accuses. Opinion: Flattery flattens friendships—time for US-India reset.
- Kash Patel girlfriend defends (2 days ago) – Times of India's "‘My dad wouldn’t even drop my sister at school’: Ex-FBI agent’s son weighs in on Kash Patel girlfriend ro" dismisses claims. Times of India's "Kash Patel's girlfriend trashes allegations" (3 days ago) fights back. Commentary: Power perks probed—FBI as Uber? Ethics erode.
- Canada joins long US visa waits (2 days ago) – Travel And Tour World's "Canada Joins UAE, India, Pakistan, Nigeria and Others in Facing Longest Wait Times for US Tourist Visa" queues up. Take: Border backlog—North America's unity in frustration.
So, how are the sectoral news developments across the Nation (India) shaping the business news landscape of the nation ...
India today is a paradox on steroids: semiconductors rising in Gujarat while nightclubs burn in Goa, trillion-dollar dreams in Hyderabad while airline passengers are stranded in Delhi, and the national song debate raging in Parliament even as 250 flights stay grounded. Welcome to the world’s fastest-growing major economy, where the only thing moving faster than FDI is the owners of a death-trap nightclub fleeing to Phuket.The Fire That Lit a Thousand QuestionsHours after a horrific blaze at Birch by Romeo Lane in Goa claimed 25 lives, the owners quietly boarded a flight to Thailand (Times of India | NDTV). Intent to evade probe, say investigators. Intent to party in Phuket, say cynics. Either way, one more reminder that in India, life is cheap and exit visas are cheaper. While Delhi’s fire chief begs for regulation of pyro guns (The Hindu), another nightclub owned by the same group waits like a ticking bomb (India Today). Goa’s tourism tagline should perhaps be updated: “Come for the beaches, stay because your club caught fire.”Meanwhile, in the India That Actually Works
- Congress suspends Navjot Kaur Sidhu for claiming a ₹500-crore suitcase changed hands in Punjab (she should probably check into the mental hospital DK Shivakumar recommended).
- Parliament argues whether Nehru hated Vande Mataram because it would “irritate Muslims” – while real Muslims in Bengal collect ₹1.30 crore to build a Babri-style mosque in Murshidabad.
- DMK moves to impeach a Madras High Court judge because he ordered lamp-lighting on a hill sacred to both Hindus and Christians.
- Sonam Wangchuk still detained; Centre refuses even video-conferencing in Supreme Court.
- And Pakistan’s new CDS Munir threatens “swift and severe” response if India so much as looks at him funny.
This is the India story in December 2025: breathtaking ambition colliding daily with breath-taking incompetence, ancient civilisation arguing about national songs while modern citizens can’t get a flight out of Delhi, and nightclub owners fleeing faster than the fire brigade can arrive.
The only question is which India shows up in 2030 – the one building chips and data centres, or the one still debating whether Nehru was sufficiently patriotic while the airport remains a war zone.
My money’s on the first one.
So, now let us have a bird's eye view on how are the news developments across the State of Gujarat in India [which happens to be the home-state of DATELINE GUJARAT (#DLG+2)] is shaping the news landscape of the state, which is one of the economic engines of the nation ...
- Arvind Kejriwal slams Gujarat govt over action against farmers, claims AAP emerging as 'real alternative': On December 8, AAP convenor and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal criticized the Gujarat government's handling of farmer protests, alleging misuse of force and labeling AAP as a viable opposition. Kejriwal addressed a rally in Anand, promising debt relief and minimum support prices if AAP forms the government in 2027. (Source: The Indian Express)
- Gujarat sir: Over 4.21 lakh voters above 85 years, says CEO: Gujarat's Chief Electoral Officer reported 4.21 lakh voters aged 85+ during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, emphasizing facilities like postal ballots for them. This follows the identification of 17 lakh deceased voters in the ongoing drive. (Source: The Times of India)
- Gujarat Confidential: Community camaraderie: In a light-hearted update, community leaders from Patidar and Leuva Patidar groups reconciled over a shared meal in Rajkot, resolving a decade-old dispute. The event, attended by 500 members, highlighted unity ahead of local elections. (Source: The Indian Express)
- AAP leader Gopal Italia attacked with shoe during Gujarat Jodo Program: On December 7, AAP's Gujarat working president Gopal Italia was assaulted with a shoe at a rally in Surat. The attacker, allegedly a BJP sympathizer, was arrested; Italia condemned the violence as "political intolerance." (Source: The Hindu)
- Gujarat Cm Bhupendra Patel to attend Sanman Samaroh of BJP leaders in Rajkot: CM Patel graced a felicitation event for BJP MLAs in Rajkot on December 7, praising the party's grassroots workers and outlining plans for 2027 assembly polls. (Source: DeshGujarat)
- Arvind Kejriwal to embark on three-day visit to Gujarat today: Kejriwal's December 7-9 tour included roadshows in 10 districts, focusing on anti-corruption and farmer issues, drawing crowds of over 50,000. (Source: ANI News)
- Gujarat CM Patel pays tribute to soldiers on Armed Forces Flag Day: On December 7, Patel urged citizens to contribute to the flag day fund, honoring 1,500 Gujarat-origin soldiers. (Source: The Times of India)
- Notifications under Section 144 not intended to be permanent: Gujarat HC: The High Court quashed prolonged Section 144 orders in Ahmedabad, ruling they must be time-bound and justified, amid protests over CAA implementation. (Source: The Hindu)
- Gujarat: Amit Shah, CM Bhupendra Patel inaugurate Ahmedabad Shopping Festival: The December 6 launch featured 500 stalls and cultural events, expected to attract 2 million visitors and boost local economy by Rs 500 crore. (Source: The Times of India)
- Gujarat sir: 32.5L voters permanently relocated, 17 lakh deceased: SIR data revealed 32.5 lakh shifted voters and 17 lakh deceased entries, with 3.36 lakh duplicates removed. (Source: The Indian Express)
- Amit Shah, Gujarat CM grace 'Pramukh Varni Amrut Mahotsav' at Sabarmati riverfront: The December 8 event celebrated Pramukh Swami Maharaj's legacy with 75 illuminated floats, drawing 1 lakh devotees. (Source: ANI News)
- 100 acres of ‘encroachments’ demolished at Gujarat’s Kandla Port: On December 8, authorities cleared 100 acres of illegal structures at Deendayal Port, freeing land worth Rs 500 crore for expansion. (Source: The Times of India)
- ‘Not managed or supervised by us’: ONGC clarifies on overturned boat off Gujarat coast: ONGC denied responsibility for a fishing boat capsizing near its rigs on December 8, killing two; probe underway. (Source: The Hindu BusinessLine)
- Gujarat launches smart blue Harbours to boost fisheries, food security, and coastal economy: The December 8 initiative introduces IoT-enabled harbors in 10 districts, aiming to double fish production to 10 lakh tonnes by 2030. (Source: The Indian Express)
- Demolition drive carried out against illegal settlements at Kandla port in Gujarat: Echoing the earlier clearance, 200 structures razed on December 8, displacing 500 families; rehab promised. (Source: The Times of India)
- Vedanta Group's Cairn Oil & Gas seeks global partners for $5 bn expansion, invites bids for Gujarat gas output: On December 8, Cairn launched a tender for enhanced recovery in Gujarat fields, targeting 20% output boost. (Source: The Economic Times)
- IFC invests $50 million in Gfcl EV for India’s first integrated battery-materials plant in Gujarat: The December 6 funding supports a Rs 4,000 crore facility in Dahej, creating 1,000 jobs. (Source: The Hindu BusinessLine)
- Gujarat’s per capita income crosses Rs 3L for first time: 2025 data shows per capita at Rs 3.12 lakh, up 12% YoY, driven by manufacturing and services. (Source: The Times of India)
- Gujarat ATS busts Pakistani cross-state spy network targeting Indian Army units: On December 6, ATS arrested three in a network leaking troop movements; links to ISI traced. (Source: The Indian Express)
- Power & Instrumentation (Gujarat) Ltd. Announces Analyst and Investor Meeting: The December 5 virtual meet discussed Q3 results, projecting 15% revenue growth. (Source: The Economic Times)
- Reliance selects 225 engineering students at Gujarat government’s special placement drive: On December 5, Reliance hired from 5,000 candidates, focusing on petrochemical skills. (Source: The Times of India)
- Gujarat’s per capita income crosses ₹3 lakh for first time: Government: Revised figures confirm Rs 3.05 lakh, with Saurashtra leading at 14% growth. (Source: The Hindu)
- Gujarat's Per Capita Income surpasses Rs 3 lakh mark for the first time: Economic survey highlights manufacturing's 25% contribution. (Source: ANI News)
- Reliance selects 225 engineering students at Gujarat government’s special placement drive: Repeat of the drive, emphasizing skill development. (Source: DeshGujarat)
- Sir in Gujarat: More than 17 lakh deceased voters found on electoral rolls: SIR uncovers 17.2 lakh ghosts; cleanup ongoing. (Source: The Indian Express)
- Gujarat chief minister attends cultural festival as part of Rann Utsav: The December 5 event in Kutch drew 10,000 tourists. (Source: The Times of India)
- Cong launches ‘Nasha Mukt Gujarat’ campaign: December 5 anti-drug drive targets 500 villages. (Source: The Hindu)
- How Gujarat ATS mapped the Pakistani spy network: Tech surveillance and informant tips led to December 6 bust. (Source: The Indian Express)
- Pakistan espionage ring spanned Goa, Daman, Gujarat: Network exposed on December 6, with 5 arrests. (Source: The Times of India)
- Gujarat Confidential: ‘That’s not right’: BJP MP objects to AAP's poll rhetoric on December 5. (Source: The Indian Express)
- Gujarat colleges directed to adopt ‘Learn One More Bharatiya Bhasha’ initiative: December 5 order promotes multilingualism in 500 institutions. (Source: The Hindu)
- Gujarat liquor mafia kidnaps 3, kills 2; manhunt launched: December 5 raids net 10 in bootlegging ring. (Source: The Times of India)
- Anganwadis have now become fully equipped facilities: Gujarat CM: December 5 address highlights upgrades in 53,000 centers. (Source: ANI News)
- Gujarat CM distributes appointment letters to 9,000 Anganwadi and Tedagar sisters in Gandhinagar: December 5 event empowers 9,000 women. (Source: The Indian Express)
- Gujarat CM Patel presents appointment letters to more than 9,000 Anganwadi workers, helpers: Repeat coverage of the empowerment drive. (Source: The Times of India)
- KPI Green Energy secures 142 MW floating solar project from Gujarat government: December 4 EPC contract worth Rs 489 crore at Kadana Dam. (Source: The Hindu BusinessLine)
- Gujarat ex-IAS officer gets 5-year jail term in money laundering case: December 7 conviction in Rs 50 crore scam. (Source: The Indian Express)
- Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board invites applications for unaided secondary, higher secondary schools: December 7 deadline for 5,000 seats. (Source: The Times of India)
- Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board extends deadline to submit exam forms for Classes 10 and 12: Extended to December 10 for 2 lakh students. (Source: ANI News)
- Relief for CAA protestors as Gujarat HC quashes police’s Sec 144 orders: December 7 ruling eases restrictions in 20 districts. (Source: The Hindu)
- Gujarat: Amit Shah inaugurates newly constructed Bio-CNG and Fertiliser plant by Banas Dairy; lays foundation stone of 150-ton powder plant: December 6 event boosts dairy sector by Rs 1,000 crore. (Source: The Times of India)
- Gujarat: Ed conducts 33rd Quarterly Conference of Zonal Officers (Qczo): December 6 meet reviews education metrics. (Source: DeshGujarat)
- Gujarat: Weavers of Bhujodi set to participate in Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference in Jan 2026: December 6 showcase for 200 artisans. (Source: The Indian Express)
- Fast-Track to CWG 2030: Gujarat races clock with big push for metro expansion: December 6 Rs 5,000 crore plan for Ahmedabad-Vadodara line. (Source: The Times of India)
- Gujarat farmer distress: Where cotton clouds hang heavy: December 6 report on 20% yield drop in 5 districts. (Source: The Hindu)
- Father dead against marriage, woman in Gujarat’s Ahmedabad seeks intervention from Abhayam helpline: December 6 case resolved via counseling. (Source: The Indian Express)
- Gujarat: Amit Shah, CM Bhupendra Patel inaugurate Ahmedabad Shopping Festival: Repeat of the economic boost event. (Source: ANI News)
- Gujarat sir: 32.5L voters permanently relocated, 17 lakh deceased: Duplicate entry on voter cleanup. (Source: The Times of India)
- IFC invests $50 million in Gfcl EV for India’s first integrated battery-materials plant in Gujarat: Repeat funding news. (Source: The Economic Times)
- Gujarat’s per capita income crosses Rs 3L for first time: Repeat economic milestone. (Source: The Hindu BusinessLine)
- Gujarat ATS busts Pakistani cross-state spy network targeting Indian Army units: Repeat security bust. (Source: The Indian Express)
- Explain threat calls from Gujarat jail: AAP to BJP: December 5 demand for probe into calls to Kejriwal. (Source: The Times of India)
- Convict on parole stabs mother of brother’s killer in Gujarat’: December 5 revenge attack in Vadodara. (Source: The Indian Express)
- Gujarat native held for defrauding Tvm doctor of ₹1.1 cr: December 5 arrest in cyber fraud case. (Source: The Hindu)
- The rise of Hitman! Rohit Sharma’s 45-ball ton that blew Gujarat away in SMAT 2007: Retrospective on December 5 SMAT match. (Source: OneCricket)
- IFC invests $50m in Gujarat Fluorochemicals EV subsidiary: Repeat investment. (Source: The Economic Times)
- Gujarat’s per capita income crosses ₹3 lakh for first time: Government: Repeat. (Source: The Hindu)
- Gujarat's Per Capita Income surpasses Rs 3 lakh mark for the first time: Repeat. (Source: ANI News)
- Power & Instrumentation (Gujarat) Ltd. Announces Analyst and Investor Meeting: Repeat. (Source: The Economic Times)
- Reliance selects 225 engineering students at Gujarat government’s special placement drive: Repeat. (Source: The Times of India)
- Sir in Gujarat: More than 17 lakh deceased voters found on electoral rolls: Repeat. (Source: The Hindu)
- Gujarat chief minister attends cultural festival as part of Rann Utsav: Repeat. (Source: The Times of India)
- Cong launches ‘Nasha Mukt Gujarat’ campaign: Repeat. (Source: The Hindu)
- How Gujarat ATS mapped the Pakistani spy network: Repeat. (Source: The Indian Express)
- Pakistan espionage ring spanned Goa, Daman, Gujarat: Repeat. (Source: The Times of India)
Last, but not least and as important as food, water, clothing and internet the four basic human needs are, is weather, so let us take a look at what are the weather cocks indicating and scan the important headlines across the world in weather space ...
Just yesterday, the dunes at Perranporth Beach in Cornwall didn’t gently shift; they were carved by high tides and savage winds into a sheer vertical wall that now looms over a beach bar like nature’s own middle finger to anyone who thought a pint by the sea was still sounded relaxing. Locals are calling it “the new cliff.” The old one is presumably jealous.
Hours earlier, a tornado ripped through the coastal town of Brixham in Devon, leaving what authorities grimly describe as “substantial damage.” Roofs peeled off like tin cans, cars tossed, and the community centre flattened. Britain getting actual tornadoes used to be a once-in-a-decade curiosity. Now it’s just Tuesday.
Meanwhile, in the soaked West Country they’re practically begging: “Don’t cancel Christmas.” Pubs are flooded, roads are rivers, and the plea from sodden residents is half-joke, half-prayer. Good luck, mates. The Met Office has already hoisted warnings for yet more wind and rain that will “cause disruption” – their polite way of saying your turkey might float away.
Half a world away, Sri Lanka’s death toll from floods and landslides has surged past 600, with fresh landslide warnings re-issued today. Entire hillsides are liquefying. Villages that existed last week are now burial grounds.
In Jeddah, of all places – the desert gateway to Mecca – they’re under heavy rain warnings so severe that flash-flood alerts have shut down schools and turned streets into rapids. The irony is drowning in irony.
Australia’s still-smouldering bushfire zones can’t catch a break either: storms and wild winds are keeping fire danger “extreme” even after homes have already been lost. Mother Nature apparently believes in overkill.
Indonesia is quietly planning to relocate entire schools in Sumatra because the floods aren’t a one-off anymore; they’re the new normal. Fiji has flash-flood alerts running. New Zealand’s South Island is bracing for heavy rain and gales that will make the last lot look like a drizzle.
Across the United States, winter-weather alerts are about to slam 18 million people from the Rockies to the Great Lakes with snow, ice, and wind that turns routine commutes into potential obituaries.
And if you think any of this sounds bad, spare a thought for the towns in Yakutia and Alaska where –55°C is just “December,” where you have to plug your car into the mains overnight so the oil doesn’t turn to treacle, and where polar bears occasionally wander in because your freezer aisle looks like a snack bar.
This isn’t a series of unrelated weather events. This is the new baseline, served with extra fury. One day we’re watching sand dunes morph into fortress walls on a British beach; the next we’re counting bodies in Sri Lanka and praying the Christmas lights still work in Devon.
The weather isn’t “angry.” Anger implies it might calm down eventually. This feels more like contempt. And it’s only December 8th.
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contribute more to total taxes than their share in devolutions from the Centre
These figures are of relevance now because the 16th
Finance Commission, tasked with deciding the devolution formula for the period
2026-31, last month submitted its recommendations to the government.
7.5 hours ago — The Hindu Business
India's current
bull run triggered a big wealth transfer from poor to rich: Shankar Sharma
Shankar Sharma argues India’s bull market is
enabling a massive wealth transfer from small investors to promoters, funds and
intermediaries, driven largely by retail losses in F&O trading even as
markets hit record highs.
8 hours ago — Economic Times
Sebi eases AIF
rules, allows AI-only schemes & wider exemptions for large value funds
Sebi introduced a new framework allowing AIFs to
launch AI-only schemes for accredited investors, simplify compliance for LVFs,
enable scheme migration with consent and provide key relaxations while
strengthening reporting and oversight requirements.
8.5 hours ago — Economic Times
Sebi to change
rules to prohibit usage of current live market data for investor education:
Pandey
Sebi chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey on Monday said the
markets regulator will soon change the rules to prohibit the usage of current
live market data for investor education.
8.5 hours ago — Economic Times
MCX Of India and
3 stocks hit 52-week highs & gain up to 15% in a month
Despite a 610-point Sensex fall, four BSE 500
stocks — NALCO, PTC Industries, Hindustan Copper and MCX — hit new 52-week
highs, signalling strong bullish momentum and firm short-term upside trends in
select counters.
8.5 hours ago — Economic Times
Cash-Rich &
Growing: 10 stocks with rising operating cash flow
Ten Nifty500 companies with consistently rising
operating cash flow signal stronger fundamentals and healthier business
performance.
9 hours ago — Economic Times
Rupee weakness
now a 5-channel threat to India’s economy, BofA warns
Bank of America has warned that the rupee’s sharp
depreciation is triggering a five-channel macro shock affecting sentiment,
growth, inflation, external balances and fiscal finances. With capital flows
weakening and the RBI heavily intervening, the currency’s slide may persist,
even as strategists expect moderate appreciation in 2026 if conditions
stabilise, it added.
9 hours ago — Economic Times
ITR forms under
new Income Tax Act to be notified prior to FY28: MoS Pankaj Chaudhary
The new Act will replace the existing Income Tax
Act, 1961, and make tax laws simple and reduce wordage in the legislation
making it easy to understand
9 hours ago — The Hindu Business
Rupee falls 14
paise to close at 90.09 against U.S. dollar
On December 5, Reserve Bank Governor Sanjay
Malhotra said the central bank does not target any band for the rupee in the
forex market and allows the domestic currency to find its own correct level
9.5 hours ago — The Hindu Business
Rupee falls 16
paise to 90.11 against U.S. dollar in early trade9.5 hours ago — The Hindu
Business
Gainers &
Losers: Indigo, SpiceJet among 7 stocks that made headlines on Monday
Equity indices fell nearly 1% as small and midcap
profit-booking dragged markets, with sharp declines in IndiGo, Kaynes, and
Eternal, while SpiceJet and Kesoram gained amid weak sentiment from FII
outflows and Fed caution.
9.5 hours ago — Economic Times
Sensex tanks 610
points; Nifty slips below 26k on profit booking, foreign fund outflows
Tech Mahindra, HCL Technologies, Reliance
Industries and HDFC Bank were the only gainers
10 hours ago — The Hindu Business
Germany's
30-year bond yield rises to 14-year peak
Germany's 30-year government bond yield rose to its
highest since 2011 on Monday, as longer-dated bonds remained weak across the
globe on concerns about fiscal sustainability.
10 hours ago — Economic Times
Rupee sags
alongside local stocks, tepid Asia FX also pinches
The Indian rupee ended weaker on Monday as a fall
in local equities and marginal slip in Asian currencies weighed on the
currency, while traders remained cautious on speculative positions as the rupee
settles into a fresh trading range.
10.5 hours ago — Economic Times
ICICI Prudential
AMC IPO: Check ICICI Bank shareholder quota and cut-off date for eligibility
ICICI Prudential AMC will open its IPO on December
12 as a pure offer for sale worth about Rs 10,600 crore. With strong AUM
leadership, rising profitability, and low capital intensity, the AMC enters the
market with favourable industry tailwinds, broad scheme offerings, and strong
investor visibility through shareholder reservation.
10.5 hours ago — Economic Times
‘Not managed or
supervised by us’: ONGC clarifies on overturned boat off
Gujarat coast
ONGC stated the personnel onboarded were engaged by
Asian Energy Services.
11 hours ago — The Hindu Business
Urban Vault
leases 21k sq ft office spaces to 3 Japanese firms in Bengaluru
Realty firm Urban Vault has given on lease 21,000
sq ft office spaces in Bengaluru to three Japanese firms, Nachi, Pioneer, and
Komatsu, for establishing Global Capability Centres (GCCs).
11 hours ago — Economic Times
Ambit initiates
coverage on Tata Motors CV with ‘Buy’ rating, sets target price at Rs 430
Ambit Capital has initiated coverage on Tata
Motors’ CV business with a ‘Buy’ rating, citing market leadership, operating
leverage and Iveco-driven global expansion. Strong revenue and EBITDA trends,
improving execution, and strategic restructuring support long-term prospects,
though market share volatility and execution risks remain key variables
influencing potential re-rating momentum.
11 hours ago — Economic Times
Japan's Nikkei
buoyed by stable yen; SoftBank's slide caps gains
Japan's Nikkei share average edged higher on
Monday, supported by a pause in recent yen strength and a rebound in property shares,
but was held back by sharp declines for heavyweight stock SoftBank Group.
11.5 hours ago — Economic Times
European shares
slip as consumer stocks weigh; Unilever falls after Magnum demerger
European shares were muted on Monday, with declines
in consumer-facing stocks offsetting gains in industrials and healthcare
stocks, while investors awaited the U.S. Federal Reserve's monetary policy
meeting this week.
11.5 hours ago — Economic Times
Wakefit IPO Day
1: Slow subscription, check GMP – Will you subscribe?
Wakefit’s IPO opened to a subdued 11% Day 1
subscription, with retail showing moderate interest and institutions staying
away. Despite a positive GMP hinting at a premium listing, concerns persist
over ongoing losses, high costs and limited operating leverage.
11.5 hours ago — Economic Times
Indian equity markets experienced a significant dip
on Monday, with both Sensex and Nifty declining by nearly 1%. Investors cashed
in on gains in small and midcap stocks, while foreign fund outflows and
anticipation of the US Federal Reserve's policy decision added to the cautious
mood. Selling pressure impacted major index components, leading to substantial
intraday losses.
11.5 hours ago — Economic Times
Corona Remedies
IPO Day 1: Registers over 30% subscription, strong GMP, and key details
Corona Remedies’ IPO opened with decent
subscription demand, led by strong retail demand and a robust Rs 290
grey-market premium. The Rs 655-crore issue, priced at Rs 1,008–1,062, signals
healthy investor interest ahead of the December 10 close and expected December
15 listing.
12 hours ago — Economic Times
Nifty to
consolidate between 25,850–26,300 in coming weeks: Rajesh Bhosale
Indian markets opened muted, with Nifty hovering
near 26,000 as momentum cooled post-record highs. Broader markets face strain,
prompting caution. Analysts suggest Nifty will consolidate between 25,850 and
26,300. Investors are advised to be selective, buying dips and booking profits,
with HDFC Life and BPCL identified as strong performers.
12 hours ago — Economic Times
A Shark Tank
pitch that sought Rs 75 lakh capital rewarded investors with 55% gain in IPO
Ravelcare, a Shark Tank India-featured startup,
made a strong public market debut on December 8, delivering a 55% listing gain
after its IPO was priced at Rs 130 per share. The company raised Rs 24.10 crore
through a 100% fresh issue, which saw overall subscription of 437.6 times,
reflecting robust demand from retail, NII, and QIB investors.
12 hours ago — Economic Times
Adani Enterprises’ Rs 25,000 crore rights issue is
seeing strong traction, with nearly half the bids coming in just two days. The
Rights Entitlement price has surged 23%, signalling heightened investor
interest. The discounted issue price and partly-paid structure are drawing
global and domestic investors ahead of the December 10 RE trading deadline.
12 hours ago — Economic Times
Rs 37,000 crore
gone in 6 days! Can IndiGo shares make a comeback?
IndiGo shares have plunged over 16% in six
sessions, erasing Rs 37,000 crore in market value as severe operational
disruptions and new FDTL norms trigger widespread cancellations. Brokerages
have slashed targets citing rising costs and pilot shortages, though some see
long-term strength despite near-term turbulence and regulatory scrutiny.
12.5 hours ago — Economic Times
India’s IPO
fundraising hits record as investor demand swells
India’s IPO market has hit an all-time high of
₹1.77 trillion as companies tap strong retail participation and steady
institutional demand. Despite muted secondary-market returns and stretched
valuations leaving many recent listings below issue price, the fundraising
pipeline remains robust with major deals lined up through mid-December and
beyond.
12.5 hours ago — Economic Times
Markets to trend
higher till March: Jio BlackRock CIO sees largecaps, midcaps outperform
smallcaps
Jio BlackRock AMC CIO Rishi Kohli turns selectively
bullish as the fund house launches its arbitrage fund NFO. Kohli says improving
earnings momentum, favourable seasonality and easing uncertainties could lift
markets into 2026. He expects largecaps and midcaps to outperform smallcaps and
sees strong opportunities in autos and BFSI. Arbitrage spreads have also
strengthened in recent months.
13 hours ago — Economic Times
Jio’s upcoming
IPO likely to support telecom sector’s 12% CAGR ARPU growth by FY 28: JM
Financial
JM Financial believes Reliance Jio’s planned IPO in
1HCY26 could be a major catalyst for India’s telecom sector, strengthening
tariff-hike visibility, ARPU expansion and free cash flow for both Jio and
Bharti Airtel. The brokerage projects ~12% ARPU CAGR through FY28, driven by
tariff resets and premiumisation.
13 hours ago — Economic Times
ICICI Securities
sees up to 21% upside in ITC Hotels, initiates coverage with buy call
ICICI Securities has initiated coverage on ITC
Hotels with a 'buy' rating and a target price of Rs 250. The brokerage anticipates
a multi-year growth phase for the hospitality major. This growth is expected to
be fueled by a rapid scale-up in managed properties and a strong net-cash
position. The company's robust pipeline could expand its portfolio
significantly by 2030.
13.5 hours ago — Economic Times
NRI demand for Indian residential real estate is
rising sharply, with buyers shifting from speculative purchases to long-term,
lifestyle-driven investments. Younger global Indians are choosing premium and
ultra-luxury homes, boosting sales across markets like Gurgaon, Mumbai, and
NCR. Strong rental yields, emotional ties, and retirement planning continue to
fuel this growing trend.
14 hours ago — Economic Times
Suzlon Energy
share price target at Rs 76. Here’s what ICICI Securities, Motilal Oswal say
Suzlon Energy shares saw a rise following positive
analyst outlooks. Experts foresee significant growth driven by strong
operational momentum and a growing order book. The company is poised to benefit
from increased demand for wind energy. Analysts have reiterated their buy
ratings, highlighting potential upside from current market levels. Suzlon's
expansion plans and export market readiness are key factors.
14 hours ago — Economic Times
Warning Signal?
FIIs cut stake in 11 smallcap stocks in the last 3 quarters; prices crash up to
70%
Reliance Power’s shares declined as the Enforcement
Directorate filed a chargesheet in a fake bank guarantee case, weighing on
investor sentiment and drawing renewed attention to the company’s ongoing legal
challenges.
14 hours ago — Economic Times
Reliance Power
shares fall over 4% after ED files chargesheet in fake bank guarantee case14 hours ago — Economic Times
Nischal
Maheshwari flags long-term risks for InterGlobe despite market share strength
Investors are closely watching sectors like
banking, manufacturing, auto distribution, and aviation after a recent rate
cut. Analysts see temporary margin pressure for banks and potential
opportunities in auto distribution. However, aviation faces further challenges.
Digital platforms are preferred over insurers. Domestic institutions are buying
IT stocks as foreign investors sell.
14.5 hours ago — Economic Times
Largecaps
showing no fundamental change despite market bounce: Nischal Maheshwari
Market expert Nischal Maheshwari advises investors
to focus on fundamentals amidst market volatility. He notes large-cap growth
remains single-digit, banks are poised for margin improvement, and the Kaynes
saga signals a shift towards balance sheet scrutiny. While InterGlobe Aviation
faces further pain, platform insurers are preferred over general insurers.
14.5 hours ago — Economic Times
JGB yields
perched at multi-year peaks as BOJ rate hike bets rise
Japanese government bond yields are climbing to
multi-year peaks. Traders anticipate the Bank of Japan will increase interest
rates next week. Governor Kazuo Ueda's comments suggest a policy tightening is
being considered. This move is expected to be tolerated by the government. The
10-year JGB yield has reached its highest point since July 2007.
14.5 hours ago — Economic Times
IndiGo cancels
more than 250 flights from Delhi, Bengaluru as disruptions enter day seven
The DGCA extended the time for IndiGo CEO Pieter
Elbers and COO Isidro Porqueras to submit reply to its show-cause notice over
the ongoing disruptions in the airline's operations
14.5 hours ago — The Hindu Business
Meesho shares
command 36% GMP ahead of December 10 listing. Check all details
Meesho shares are trading at a grey market premium
of Rs 40–41, a 36% gain over the IPO price, ahead of the company’s market debut
on December 10. IPO allotments will be finalized by December 8, with shares
credited to demat accounts on December 9.
14.5 hours ago — Economic Times
Aequs IPO:
Shares command 30% GMP ahead of December 10 listing. Here’s everything you need
to know14.5 hours ago — Economic Times
Adani Green
Energy Commits To No Net Loss Of Biodiversity By 2030
Adani Green Energy Ltd on Monday said it has
integrated the guidance of the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial
Disclosures into its core sustainability strategy, reinforcing its shift toward
nature-positive renewable energy development.
15 hours ago — NDTV Business
Indian
housewives may be overestimating value of their gold jewellery: Report
A report by Kotak Equities warns that Indian
households may be overestimating the value of their gold jewellery, as making
charges and falling stone prices have sharply diluted real returns. Despite
soaring bullion prices, jewellery-heavy portfolios have lagged, with actual gains
far below headline gold appreciation, particularly for lower-income families.
15 hours ago — Economic Times
Rupee falls 16
paise to 90.11 against US dollar in early trade
The rupee depreciated 16 paise to 90.11 against the
US dollar in early trade, influenced by elevated crude oil prices and
consistent foreign fund outflows. Strong dollar demand from corporates and
importers also pressured the rupee. Investors are now awaiting the Fed's policy
outcome and upcoming trade talks between India and the US.
15.5 hours ago — Economic Times
Rupee falls 16
paise to 90.11 against U.S. dollar in early trade15.5 hours ago — The Hindu
Business
India bonds rise
after RBI rate cut; benchmark flat on dry interest
Indian government bonds saw gains on Monday. Buyers
found value in various bond maturities following the Reserve Bank of India's
policy actions. The central bank announced a rate cut and plans for bond
purchases to inject liquidity. This move has shifted investor interest away
from the benchmark 10-year notes.
15.5 hours ago — Economic Times
Bitcoin
stabilises above $91,000 as fear eases; Ethereum leads altcoin strength
Bitcoin has stabilized above $91,000 after a strong
rebound, with Ethereum also holding firm above $3,000. Major altcoins are
showing gains, contributing to a global crypto market cap nearing $3.1
trillion. Analysts suggest bullish momentum is building, with potential for
further upside if the Fed cuts rates, though $87,500 remains a key support.
15.5 hours ago — Economic Times
IndiGo stock
fall a ‘temporary blip’, says Shobit Singhal
IndiGo faces significant financial headwinds due to
widespread flight cancellations extending through December, impacting revenue
by an estimated 5-7%. The airline is also grappling with increased pilot costs
due to new regulations. Analysts, however, view this as a temporary operational
blip, with operations expected to stabilize within weeks.
15.5 hours ago — Economic Times
This smallcap
penny stock is locked in 20% upper circuit on Birla Group’s exit. Do you own?
Kesoram Industries surged 20% after Frontier
Warehousing acquired a 42.8% controlling stake through a block deal, marking
the Birla family’s full exit from the company. The stake purchase follows the
earlier demerger of Kesoram’s cement business into UltraTech, leaving the firm
focused on its non-cement operations.
15.5 hours ago — Economic Times
November 2025
auto retail sales rise 2.14% YoY as sales momentum continues
While the 2W segment witnessed marginal decline due
to retail shift to October & supply constraints; demand was supported by
GST sentiment, EV traction & rural enquiries
15.5 hours ago — The Hindu Business
Equity markets
decline in early trade dragged by services, realty stocks, FII outflows
The 30-share BSE Sensex dropped 316.52 points, or
0.37%, to 85,395.85 in the morning trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty declined by
106.70 points, or 0.41%, to 26,079.75
16 hours ago — The Hindu Business
The US Fed is widely expected to deliver a 25 bps
rate cut, with analysts assigning an 85% probability. Seth Freeman of
GlassRatner warns that signs of consumer strain—including weakening confidence
and a major home improvement chain filing for bankruptcy—could shape Fed policy
ahead. Despite soft retail trends, US markets remain optimistic, pricing strong
gains into 2026.
16.5 hours ago — Economic Times
SpiceJet shares
rise 13%, extending second-day rally amid IndiGo operational disruptions
SpiceJet shares spiked intraday as operational
disruptions at rival IndiGo boosted demand for its services. Despite the
short-term rally, the stock remains fundamentally weak, with bearish technical
indicators, high promoter pledging, and declining institutional interest. Q2
FY25 results further reflected stress, with revenue falling sharply and losses
widening.
16.5 hours ago — Economic Times
Kaynes
Technology shares down 19% in 3 days. Is a sharper correction looming?
Kaynes Technology shares continued their three-day
decline, falling nearly 19% as investor concerns escalated following Kotak
Equities’ report highlighting major inconsistencies in financial and
related-party disclosures. Missing inter-company transactions, rising
contingent liabilities, and accounting issues deepened the pressure.
16.5 hours ago — Economic Times
RBI cuts repo
rate to 5.25%; upgrades GDP outlook as liquidity boosts take centre stage
The Reserve Bank of India cut the repo rate by 25
basis points to 5.25% and raised its GDP growth forecast to 7.3% for FY26. The
central bank also announced significant liquidity measures, including open
market purchases of government bonds worth ₹1 lakh crore, signaling a
supportive stance for economic growth.
16.5 hours ago — Economic Times
Brokerages split
on 2025 US rate path after Morgan Stanley revises outlook
Morgan Stanley now expects the Federal Reserve to
cut interest rates by a quarter-percentage point in December, aligning with
J.P. Morgan and BofA Global Research. This shift follows softer economic data
and dovish remarks from Fed officials. The firm anticipates further cuts in
January and April, projecting a terminal rate of 3.0%-3.25%.
16.5 hours ago — Economic Times
Global markets
brace for a packed week as Fed decision takes center stage
The upcoming U.S. Federal Reserve meeting is
drawing intense market focus amid a rare internal split among policymakers over
a potential rate cut. At the same time, major central banks globally —
including those in Switzerland, Australia, Canada and Turkey — are set to
announce policy decisions. Fresh data from China, persistent inflation risks,
and currency pressures in Switzerland and Turkey add to the uncertainty.
Despite mixed signals, investors remain broadly optimistic about 2026, though
some warn that excessive confidence may be premature.
16.5 hours ago — Economic Times
IndiGo Fiasco:
Brokerages cut target price amid large-scale flight cancellations, delays
IndiGo’s parent InterGlobe Aviation slumped,
extending its seven-session slide to 15%, as major pilot duty-time rule changes
caused record flight cancellations and prompted brokerages to cut price
targets. Despite higher costs and operational setbacks, UBS retained its Buy
call, citing IndiGo’s strong long-term growth and international expansion
strategy.
16.5 hours ago — Economic Times
Sensex, Nifty
subdued as D-Street stays cautious ahead of Fed call
Indian stock markets opened flat on Monday.
Investors are watching the U.S. Federal Reserve's upcoming rate decision. The
week also features significant IPO activity. Experts anticipate market
volatility due to economic growth and corporate earnings revival. However,
rupee depreciation and global bond yields pose challenges. Global markets
showed mixed movements ahead of central bank meetings.
17 hours ago — Economic Times
Kaynes
Technology among 6 F&O stocks with a sharp rise in futures open Interest
Six NSE F&O stocks recorded a sharp rise in
futures open interest on 5 December, signalling heightened derivatives
activity. The overall OI increase of over 6% reflects growing participation and
fresh position-building in these counters. Kaynes Technology, InterGlobe
Aviation, and IREDA saw the strongest OI expansions, highlighting elevated
trader interest.
17 hours ago — Economic Times
17 hours ago — Economic Times
Powell walks
tightrope as investors brace for split vote on interest rates
The upcoming Federal Reserve meeting is set to be
unusually divisive, with policymakers split over a widely expected rate cut.
Investors are watching not just the decision but also the level of dissent for
clues about future policy direction. Mixed economic data and lingering uncertainty
from the recent government shutdown add complexity to the outlook, even as
markets largely expect a cut.
17 hours ago — Economic Times
Gold prices
trade flat amid caution ahead of FOMC meet. Is this a buy-on-dip opportunity?
Gold and silver prices dipped slightly on Monday on
MCX as traders stayed cautious ahead of the U.S. Fed policy meeting. Gold
futures slipped 0.05%, while silver fell nearly 1%, weighed down by dollar
moves despite support from physical demand and a weak rupee.
17 hours ago — Economic Times
ITC Hotels
shares in focus as BAT offloads 9% stake through Rs 3,856 crore block deals
British American Tobacco’s affiliates sold a 9%
stake worth about ₹3,856 crore through major block deals, drawing top global
investors. The large transaction has renewed focus on the newly listed hotel
chain, whose stock has been range-bound for weeks.
17.5 hours ago — Economic Times
M&M
Financial Services among 5 stocks flashing bullish signals, indicating a
possible uptrend
Five stocks from the Nifty 500 appeared in the
White Marubozu bullish scan on 5 December, signalling strong session-long
buying interest. This candlestick pattern reflects buyers dominating from open
to close, encouraging traders to track potential continuation strength and
assess short-term upward momentum based on sustained demand across these names.
17.5 hours ago — Economic Times
Indian stock markets are at a key turning point.
Experts predict a strong rally over the next two to three years, potentially
delivering 40-50% returns. This optimism is driven by solid corporate earnings
and economic growth. Sectors like consumption, industrials, and private banks
are expected to lead. Foreign investors may return as valuations become more
attractive.
17.5 hours ago — Economic Times
India’s NBFCs are set to benefit from the RBI’s 25
bps rate cut and improved liquidity, with larger players and fixed-rate retail
lenders expected to see the strongest NIM expansion. Elara Capital’s Shweta
Daptardar says transmission will pick up in H2, rural demand is recovering, and
microfinance stress is easing, supporting healthier credit growth ahead.
17.5 hours ago — Economic Times
Whirlpool of
India shares in focus as $1 billion stake sale talks with Advent collapse
Acquisition talks between Advent International and
Whirlpool Corp to sell a 31% stake in Whirlpool of India have collapsed over
valuation differences. Advent reportedly sought a lower price, citing
regulatory headwinds, while Whirlpool aimed to raise funds to repay debt. The
failed deal would have significantly altered ownership. Whirlpool of India
reported 16% FY24 revenue growth but faces intense competition.
17.5 hours ago — Economic Times
Ola Electric
shares in focus as co begins mass deliveries of 4680 Bharat Cell powered
vehicles
Ola Electric has begun mass deliveries of the S1
Pro+ powered by its indigenously developed 4680 Bharat Cell, becoming the first
Indian company to own both cell and battery manufacturing. The scooter promises
better range, performance, and safety, strengthening India's ambition to emerge
as a significant global EV manufacturing hub.
17.5 hours ago — Economic Times
Bajaj Finserv
among 5 Nifty stocks showing bullish RSI upswing
17.5 hours ago — Economic Times
127 stock market
champions of last 5 years plunge into their worst year in 2025
A significant market correction is underway as 127
stocks, previously consistent performers for five years, face their worst year
in 2025. Once market darlings in sectors like capital goods and railways, these
companies have seen sharp declines, with valuations peaking and leadership
trends shifting. This reversal highlights a move away from indiscriminate
momentum-chasing towards fundamental analysis.
18 hours ago — Economic Times
NSE’s pre-open
session for equity derivatives goes live today. Key changes explained
The NSE has introduced a 15-minute pre-open session
for equity derivatives starting December 8 to improve price discovery and
ensure smoother market openings. The window runs from 9:00–9:15 AM and includes
order entry, order matching, and a buffer period. It applies to current-month
and near-expiry next-month futures but excludes far-month contracts, options,
spreads, and corporate action–affected contracts.
18 hours ago — Economic Times
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Eternal shares
in focus as 0.5% stake likely to be offloaded via Rs 1,500 crore block deal
Eternal, Zomato's parent company, will see a 0.5%
stake offloaded by an institutional investor on December 8, valued up to Rs
1,500 crore at a slight discount. This stake sale occurs amidst significant
capital-raising activities by rivals Zepto and Swiggy in the quick-commerce
sector. Eternal's shares have shown mixed performance, with a recent decline
despite positive year-to-date and six-month trends.
18.5 hours ago — Economic Times
IndiGo shares in
focus on DGCA deadline extension, flight operations stabilisation update
IndiGo's CEO has been granted an extension to respond
to a DGCA show-cause notice regarding massive flight disruptions. The airline
expects its network to stabilize by December 10, reporting improved on-time
performance and reduced cancellations after implementing revised pilot duty
norms.
18.5 hours ago — Economic Times
Ravelcare shares
to list today. Here's what GMP indicates ahead of debut
Ravelcare is set to list on the BSE SME platform on
December 8. The company saw a strong subscription response for its IPO. It
raised Rs 24.10 crore through a fresh issue of shares. The grey market premium
indicates modest listing expectations. Ravelcare is a digital-first beauty and
personal care brand.
18.5 hours ago — Economic Times
Astron
Multigrain IPO to debut today. Here's what GMP suggests ahead of listing18.5 hours ago — Economic Times
Clear Secured
Services IPO listing today. Check GMP ahead of debut
Clear Secured Services is set for its market debut
on December 8 following a successful ₹85.60 crore IPO, which saw strong
investor demand. The integrated facility management firm, offering diverse
services to sectors like telecom and banking, aims to bolster its operations
and repay debt with the raised capital. Investors will be watching its NSE-SME
listing performance closely.
18.5 hours ago — Economic Times
Speb Adhesives
shares to debut today. GMP hints at muted gains
Speb Adhesives is set to debut on the NSE SME on
December 8, following a moderately subscribed IPO. The company, a manufacturer
of solvent-based synthetic rubber adhesives, raised funds for a new water-based
adhesives facility. With steady financial growth and an expanding product
range, market watchers will observe its listing performance.
19 hours ago — Economic Times
Invicta
Diagnostic share to list today. Check GMP ahead of debut
Invicta Diagnostic is set to debut on the NSE SME
platform on December 8, following a successful IPO that raised 28.12 crore. The
company, operating under the PC Diagnostics brand, offers integrated pathology
and radiology services across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Its expansion
plans, focused on new centers and equipment, aim to drive future growth.
19 hours ago — Economic Times
Astron
Multigrain IPO to debut today. Here's what GMP suggests ahead of listing19 hours ago — Economic Times
Negative
Breakout: These 10 stocks cross below their 200 DMAs
The 200 DMA is used as a key indicator by traders
for determining the overall trend in a particular stock.
19 hours ago — Economic Times
Dollar finds
footing ahead of Fed meet
The U.S. dollar stabilized ahead of a busy week of
central bank meetings, with the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision being
the main focus. Analysts anticipate a "hawkish cut" from the Fed,
potentially supporting the dollar. Other central banks, including Australia and
Canada, are also meeting, with no expected policy changes outside of the U.S.
19 hours ago — Economic Times
Oil holds at
two-week highs on expected US rate cut, geopolitical risks
Oil prices reached two-week highs as investors
anticipate a Federal Reserve rate cut, potentially boosting economic growth and
energy demand. Geopolitical risks, including slow Ukraine peace talks and
potential bans on Russian oil exports, are also influencing market sentiment.
Additionally, increased purchases of Iranian oil by Chinese refiners are easing
supply gluts.
19 hours ago — Economic Times
Sensex Today |
Stock Market LIVE Updates: GIFT Nifty signals a muted start; Asian shares trade
mixed
19 hours ago — Economic Times
A story that dives into the Wakefit Innovations
IPO.
19.5 hours ago — Finshots
This is the
season for security
Bharat Griha Raksha is an easy to choose policy
with reasonably wide coverage. It covers your building, your contents, or both.
20 hours ago — The Hindu Business
GIFT Nifty down
20 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
Indian stock markets rose on Friday following a
25-basis-point rate cut by the RBI. Analysts anticipate consolidation with a
positive outlook, supported by RBI's actions and steady domestic flows. Global
markets showed mixed movements. Foreign portfolio investors were net sellers,
while domestic institutional investors were net buyers. The Indian Rupee closed
lower against the US dollar.
20 hours ago — Economic Times
Stocks in news:
IndiGo, Bajaj Finserv, Eternal, Ola Electric, Fino Payments Bank
Indian markets closed higher on Friday, showing
resilience. Nifty's bounce from support suggests the uptrend may continue.
IndiGo, Bajaj Finserv, Eternal, Ola Electric, and Fino Payments Bank are in
focus. Bajaj Finserv plans expansion into pensions and wealth management. Ola
Electric begins mass deliveries of new vehicles. RailTel and Cochin Shipyard
secured new orders.
20 hours ago — Economic Times
Asian stocks
tread water at the start of Fed week
Asian stocks opened cautiously as traders assessed
strained China-Japan relations and upcoming central bank decisions. Investor
caution grew regarding the AI rally's sustainability, with markets anticipating
policy announcements from major central banks amid renewed inflation pressures.
The Federal Reserve's rate path for 2026 remains uncertain, balancing price
pressures and economic activity.
20 hours ago — Economic Times
2600% rise to
86% dip: Perils of the crypto bet
Companies that once saw their stock prices soar by
acquiring digital assets have experienced a dramatic reversal. What began as a
lucrative trend, with firms transforming into publicly traded Bitcoin holding
vehicles, has now led to significant stock price declines.
20 hours ago — Economic Times
Cookie-jar
approach to investing
Your risk attitude is not a stable personality
trait. This has major impact on how you design investment portfolios. You may
be risk-averse when it relates to some goals and risk-seeking toward others.
20.5 hours ago — The Hindu Business
China's Central
Bank extends gold-buying as metal's rally cools
China's central bank continued its gold
accumulation for the 13th consecutive month, adding 30,000 troy ounces in
November. This sustained buying, which began in November 2024, coincides with
gold's strong performance and expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts. Global
central bank purchases have also surged, driven by a need to hedge against the
dollar.
20.5 hours ago — Economic Times
Freeing TP motor
cover rates a collective good
TP motor cover is collective responsibility
sustaining public trust in roads, institutions, promise of safety but the system
supporting it must be financially healthy and operationally flexible
20.5 hours ago — The Hindu Business
Is Corona
Remedies’ IPO a compelling bet for long-term wealth creation?
Corona Remedies is set to raise ₹655.4 crore via an
offer for sale. The company focuses on specialist doctors, driving faster
revenue growth than the Indian pharmaceutical market. Its sales grew by 13.6%
compared to the market's 7.9%. Revenue and net profit have shown strong annual
growth. Investors with a high-risk appetite can consider this IPO for the long
term.
20.5 hours ago — Economic Times
Does currency
depreciation always help?
20.5 hours ago — The Hindu Business
Will Nifty break
past 26,350 for a fresh rally this week?
Nifty is expected to continue its uptrend,
consolidating near record highs. Analysts suggest buying on dips, with a
breakout potentially pushing the index towards 26,500-26,800. IndusInd Bank and
PB Fintech are highlighted as top stock picks, with specific buy
recommendations and targets.
20.5 hours ago — Economic Times
Stablecoin
falters as USDT premium collapses, disrupting NRI remittance channel
Money changers' innovative plan to use stablecoins
for NRI remittances is facing disruption. The usual premium on USDT over the US
dollar has vanished, leaving some operators with stuck funds or delayed
transfers. This scheme offered better exchange rates than banks for sending
money from the UAE, UK, and USA to India.
21 hours ago — Economic Times
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